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Stephen Killen

Study finds watching England more stressful than having a baby ahead of France World Cup clash

England are back in the knockout stages of the World Cup, and as a result, the possibility of penalty shootouts looms and some consider having a baby less stressful than watching spot-kicks.

The Three Lions suffered semi-final heartache four years ago but their efforts in Russia were fondly remembered after they shook off their penalties hoodoo to beat Colombia thanks to the heroics of Jordan Pickford and Eric Dier.

Unfortunately last year, Italy were crowned European champions as England were left to rue their luck during the penalty shootout in the final at Wembley.

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