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Best England team for a long time? That's a fact, says Rice

Best England team for a long time? That's a fact, says Rice
BBC News Sunday 19 July 2026, 02:29 UTC 1 min read
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Midfielder Declan Rice says "this is the best England group for a very long time" after the Three Lions secure a third-placed finish at the 2026 World Cup.

Midfielder Declan Rice says "this is the best England group for a very long time" after the Three Lions secure a third-placed finish at the 2026 World Cup.
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