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This was an England we haven't seen for years - and it was fun

This was an England we haven't seen for years - and it was fun
BBC News Thursday 18 June 2026, 00:23 UTC 1 min read
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Fun to watch and full of intent - this was an England we have not seen for years, writes Phil McNulty.

Fun to watch and full of intent - this was an England we have not seen for years, writes Phil McNulty.
England (LOCATION) Phil McNulty (PERSON)
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