Sorry England make the wrong kind of statement at U21 Euros

Young stars follow in the footsteps of their elders as they limp out of a major tournament at the group stage

Danny Ings of the England under-21s
(Image credit: Getty)

England U21 1 Italy U21 3. Twelve months ago England exited the World Cup with barely a whimper, and last night in the Androv Stadium in the Czech Republic, the Under-21s tumbled out of the European Championships with a performance every bit as limp as that of their elders.

It was a dreadful display from Gareth Southgate's side and questions will now be asked about his position as coach after a tournament that has featured two defeats and two goals in three games.

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