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The Guardian - UK
The Guardian - UK
Sport
Nick Ames at Molineux

England rely too much on Kane and Sterling for goals, admits Southgate

Gareth Southgate admitted England are too reliant on Harry Kane and Raheem Sterling for a cutting edge after his side toiled during a dull goalless draw against Italy, which leaves them without a goal from open play in three Nations League games this month.

Clear opportunities were few at Molineux, although Mason Mount struck the crossbar early on and Sterling missed England’s best chance shortly after half-time. They did not make the most of a 59% possession share and Southgate admitted his team have been blunt going forward, adding to the burden on their biggest names.

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