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The Independent UK
The Independent UK
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Rich Booth

Micah Richards told his father died just before England-Argentina coverage started

Former England footballer and World Cup pundit Micah Richards was told of his father’s death just before going on air for England’s semi-final against Argentina.

Richards, who won 13 caps for England, appeared alongside Joe Hart and Wayne Rooney on the BBC as Thomas Tuchel’s side suffered a late 2-1 defeat.

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