Saka says England still have 'scar' from World Cup semi-final loss
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England's national football squad is carrying a lasting "scar" from their agonizing World Cup semi-final defeat, according to player Bukayo Saka, following a match that saw them concede two late goals.
Nine weeks after that exit, the Three Lions are set to begin their Nations League campaign against world champions Spain at Wembley Stadium on Saturday.
Newly appointed manager Thomas Tuchel is reportedly seeking a positive response in the high-profile showdown to silence ongoing criticism regarding the conclusion of England's World Cup run, while facing a painful reminder of what might have been.
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The Citizen (South Africa, national/regional) (ZA)Focuses on manager Thomas Tuchel seeking a tonic and silencing criticism.
Express Tribune (Karachi, Pakistan) (PK)Focuses on Bukayo Saka's quotes regarding the lingering squad scar.
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