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A win against Latvia was expected and Tuchel delivered just that. However, it seems like there is still quite a bit of tinkering left to be done, before England can become real title contenders.

Personally I don't care for kits, but this is one of the few kits I absolutely adore.

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After the first round of matches I must say that I was surprised at the level of the Dutch team. Germany also looking solid. France are Portugal quite disappointing. I'd still put Spain in the position of favourites to win the entire thing though. They just have too much quality in their squad.

The Guardian's preview and prediction for the upcoming Nations League matches are once again an entertaining read.

All matches from QF onwards hosted in Saudi Arabia, single leg (new format this year)

Leverkusen channel the spirit that carried them to the title last season and turn a match around in extra time. While it's probably too late to mount a renewed title challenge, Leverkusen confirm their place as Germany's second team.

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It feels surreal that José's first season in England is now twenty years ago. I still remember it as if it were just a few months ago. At least it is somewhat reassuring that, despite all the changes that took place in that time, José has remained essentially the same.