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Jun 2024
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Alan’s Report From Gelsenkirchen

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Should Southgate change anything for England’s next game against Denmark? Were Erik ten Hag’s comments about the England performance fair? Why is co-commentary harder than being a studio pundit?


Gary and Micah welcome Alan back to Berlin to reflect on his experience at England’s opening game.


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