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Lampard criticises Man Utd striker Rashford over failed England penalty

Frank Lampard has criticised England forward Marcus Rashford over his penalty in the Euro 2020 final loss to Italy.

The Manchester United striker's tame effort rebounded off the post as England eventually lost 3-2 on penalties.

“I've never taken a penalty with that style. I always consider there's a penalty [style] for me and many takers take them very well," Lampard told the BBC.

“But in the training ground behind closed doors, that shuffle and wait [which Rashford used] is much easier.

“With the pressure of what this game brings, it's harder."

But Lampard was not buying the criticism of Raheem Sterling, who did not take one of the five penalties.

“I'm not sure Raheem is absolutely a penalty taker at heart," Lampard added.

“And I think you have to give credit as much to say, 'I'm not feeling it', for whatever reason.

“You can't over-analyse this now, it's a horrible moment."

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