British media: The Three Lions once had opposing factions, and the rift between Manchester United and Liverpool players was deep

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Liverpool star Gerrard recently participated in the podcast of former national team teammate and Manchester United star Rio Ferdinand and said that the former England team had serious problems with the team atmosphere, and this was one of the reasons why the "golden generation" failed to achieve ideal results. "Daily Mail" wrote an article to reveal the secret and revealed some insider information.

In the 2006 World Cup, England had a luxurious lineup, but lost to Portugal on penalties in the quarter-finals. It is reported that during that tournament, there was an obvious gap between Manchester United players and Liverpool players in the England team. Players from the two clubs will have separate meals and sit in different areas on the bus. They have always been wary and have never been able to let go of their grievances at the club level. Liverpool player Gerrard revealed this when participating in the podcast, and Manchester United players also felt the same.

In addition to the grievances between the clubs, captain Beckham's "privilege" also made some teammates dissatisfied. As captain, Beckham had a choice of the best rooms in the hotel during the 2006 World Cup, after players complained to coach Christian Eriksen.

In the opinion of the "Daily Mail", coach Eriksson needs to bear part of the responsibility for this. Eriksen has an easy-going personality, but seems to lack some courage and manages the team with a tough hand.

In addition, the "Daily Mail" also believes that Southgate's contribution to the England team, as Gerrard said, "is underestimated." People who are dissatisfied with Southgate believe that Southgate's coaching results have not met expectations, but Southgate has greatly improved the atmosphere within the England team during his tenure. Under Southgate, the originally opposing factions within the England team merged together, and the team atmosphere was reshaped.

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