da betcris： Germany legends slammed England and Gareth Southgate for playing like "Union Berlin" against Denmark.

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England drew 1-1 against DenmarkKane had a disappointing outingMertesacker and Kramer blast EnglandWHAT HAPPENED?

The Three Lions took an early advantage, thanks to a goal from Harry Kane but struggled to maintain their dominance. Denmark's Morten Hjulmand equalised with a stunning long-range strike, leaving England's hopes of securing the top spot in the group uncertain.

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The performance of Gareth Southgate's squad drew sharp criticism from German football legends Per Mertesacker and Christoph Kramer, who did not hold back in their analysis on ZDF, a prominent German television network. Mertesacker, a former Arsenal defender and World Cup winner expressed his disappointment with England's tactics and execution.

"That was very disappointing. Many players work in England under Pep Guardiola and Mikel Arteta. But here they can't do anything. Are they worn out and exhausted after the long season? I can't say," Mertesacker commented, questioning the team's preparation and fitness levels.

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Joining Mertesacker in the critique, Christoph Kramer, a Borussia Mönchengladbach midfielder, was equally forthright. Kramer compared England's style of play to that of Union Berlin, a team known for its defensive orientation rather than attacking prowess. "Anyone who has a squad like England cannot play like Union Berlin," Kramer asserted.

He sympathized with the players, suggesting that they might be frustrated with the tactics imposed on them. "I feel sorry for the players, they will be angry because they have to play this kind of football," Kramer added, highlighting a potential disconnect between the coach's strategy and the players' capabilities.

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Kane was also not spared from criticism. Although he scored the opening goal, his mistake led to Denmark's equalizer. Mertesacker questioned Kane's decision-making in the crucial moment and asked, "What is Harry Kane doing?"

The German defender emphasised the lapse in concentration that allowed Denmark to capitalize and added: "He's supposed to secure the balls up front and then he plays a ball like that at the back."