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Former England boss Sam Allardyce has spoken candidly on Lee Carsley after he refused to sing the national anthem. The Three Lions interim coach took charge of his first games since stepping into the role to replace Gareth Southgate earlier this summer. But in both Nations League matches against Republic of Ireland and Finland, Carsley refused to sing God Save The King – as is customary for international managers. England fans were furious with the former Birmingham midfielder, who played for the Irish during his playing days despite being born in England, while Allardyce has now had his say. …

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