Root responds to drinking culture claims: 'Disappointing... we've let ourselves down'

Sky Sports Football Tuesday 16 June 2026, 12:28 UTC 1 min read

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Joe Root is asked on whether there is a drinking culture amongst the England squad and whether there should be an alcohol ban.

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