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England coach Hodgson praises his kids after Italy defeat

England coach Roy Hodgson praised his young players in defeat to Italy.

Despite the defeat Hodgson singled out his young attacking players for praise.

"I thought all the young players did well. I thought Sturridge had an exceptional time until he got the dead leg. I thought Sterling was as bright as we thought he would be.

"I thought Barkley when he came on did some very good things. I thought Wilshere was showing all the right intentions. And of course we know what Danny Welbeck can give us. None of those players let me down today. They all did what we were hoping - except score an equalising goal."

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