England against the world: Are players embracing a ‘siege mentality’ at Euro 2024?
“It was a surprise to hear Jude Bellingham, making a rare media appearance after being named man of the match in England’s 2-1 win over Slovakia, talking about a ‘pile-on’. Bellingham is one of the most lauded young footballers in the world and had just produced a moment that will be remembered as one of England’s best in this competition — but he had something very different that he wanted to get off his chest. …”
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