England boss Gareth Southgate defends decision to call up key players for friendly matches (Video)

With several players withdrawn from international duty due to injuries, England boss Gareth Southgate was criticized for calling up key players for matches against Brazil and Belgium, which bore no competitive significance.

However, Southgate believes he did the right thing.

“We’ve done exactly what Holland did with Van Dijk; what Norway did with Haaland and Odegaard. It only ever seems to fall on us!” 😤

Gareth Southgate launches staunch defence of playing key players during both international friendlies 😬

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— Hayters TV (@HaytersTV) March 26, 2024