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Speaking during half-time, Anthony Barry, the assistant manager for England said his side is playing with “broken hearts” during this third-place match.

But with a 4-0 score, Barry is “so proud” of his players and their performance.

“I’m a little bit emotional. I can’t find the words to describe just how proud I am of these players. They’re playing a game with broken hearts. I see 11 lads out on the field with, with broken hearts. I’ve seen them in the hotel the last two days – broken hearts,” he said on the SBS coverage.

“How they can build a performance like that just through pride to play for England… the team spirit we’ve built the last seven weeks, it’s just been a privilege to watch.

“And I know what the cynics will say, ‘It’s too late,’ etc, but we still play against a world-class opponent and that 45 minutes, I’m so proud of the boys.

“Of course, there’s 45 minutes to go, the game’s not done. Anything can happen. But…I’m proud of the team, and hopefully everyone back home is as well.”