Newcastle legend Shearer tells England\'s U17 World Cup winners: I\'m jealous!

Published on: 30 October 2017

Newcastle United legend Alan Shearer was proud of England's youngsters after they won the U17 World Cup final on Saturday.

England came from 2-0 down to thump Spain 5-2 in Kolkata.

Shearer wrote for The Sun: "What a performance and what a result for England's U17s.

"World Champions sounds great, no matter what level you are at.

"Wish I could have been one myself.

"After going 2-0 behind in Saturday's final against Spain they did not let their confidence be affected and showed great character.

"But it was the sheer joy with which this group played their football that really stood out for me.

"Too often at senior level pulling on the England shirt seems to bring with it a great burden.

"The whole squad seemed to embrace this tournament like it was an adventure they were going to enjoy.

"Their free-flowing football as they came back to win 5-2 was an absolute joy to watch."

Source: tribalfootball.com

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