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The Independent UK
The Independent UK
Sport
Mohammad Dawood

John Stones fools Thomas Tuchel with fake injury before breaking into dance in viral video after Mexico win

England defender John Stones tricked manager Thomas Tuchel during by pretending to be injured in the shoulder before suddenly breaking into a dance in a viral post-match video.

The incident occurred as the team celebrated their World Cup victory over Mexico in the early hours of Monday (6 July).

The footage was shared by many on social media, showing Stones limping and clutching his arm as teammate Declan Rice checked on him.

Moments later, the defender starts dancing with teammates, leaving Tuchel laughing at the prank.

England had just secured a dramatic 3-2 win over Mexico to reach the World Cup quarter-finals.

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