These are unprecedented times for England - enjoy them
A record of four semi-finals in the past five international tournaments for England is outstanding. It is time to accept that this is where England belong.
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""The problem is serious, very serious.""
— Greg Dyke , Executive
Key People
Gareth Southgate is an English football manager and former player, currently the head coach of the England national football team.
Greg Dyke is a former chairman of the Football Association in England.
Harry Kane is a professional footballer and captain of the England national team.
Jude Bellingham is a professional footballer playing for Real Madrid and the England national team.
Lionel Messi is a renowned Argentine soccer player, widely regarded as one of the greatest footballers of all time.
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A record of four semi-finals in the past five international tournaments for England is outstanding. It is time to accept that this is where England belong.
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