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Daily Mirror
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John Cross & Andy Dunn

Where did Gareth Southgate go wrong? England debate breaks out after World Cup woe

England saw another major tournament end in disappointment having had their World Cup journey ended at the quarter-final stage by France.

Goals from Aurelien Tchouameni and Olivier Giroud saw the reigning champions seal progression to the semi-finals and book a date with surprise package Morocco. England captain Harry Kane will be rueing missed opportunities after he failed to convert a late penalty.

The defeat has seen Gareth Southgate's future as England boss called into question. He is under contract until the summer of 2024, with chief sports writer Andy Dunn and chief football writer John Cross debating what the Football Association should decide regarding his position - and where it went wrong against France.

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