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Germany vs England live: Latest as Three Lions seal stunning comeback victory thanks to Eric Dier winner

Follow the latest updates from Berlin as England take on Germany in an international friendly

Sam Long
Saturday 26 March 2016 17:30 GMT
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Jamie Vardy, centre, drew England level at 2-2 with a neat finish
Jamie Vardy, centre, drew England level at 2-2 with a neat finish (AP)

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England beat their rivals Germany 3-2 at the Olympiastadion in Berlin as they ramped up their preparations for Euro 2016 in the summer, with just four matches remaining before their opening group game against Russia. Follow the latest news here.

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England take on Germany on Saturday at 19:45 before facing the Netherlands on Tuesday at 20:00.

While Alli is all but certain of a trip to France this summer, plenty of the players on show tonight need to grasp their opportunity.One such man is Eric Dier. He's excelled for Spurs this season but, according to Roy Hodgson, is still living in Jack Wilshere's shadow.

"I've been very impressed so have called him [Dier] up with Danny Drinkwater, who does a similar job for Leicester City," said the England boss.

"They're still in the shadow of Jack Wilshere, who did so well for us before his injury.

"If all three were available for the Euros, that'd be a nice headache because there might not be space for all three."

Sam Long26 March 2016 19:09

The Young Lions are one up.  d0eaa187-314d-43aa-9692-8181da8d9a24.jpg

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Sam Long26 March 2016 19:11

Is Eric Dier still in Jack Wilshere's shadow?

Sam Long26 March 2016 19:11

Germany boss Joachim Low has assessed England progress in his pre-match comments."England have developed very well under Roy Hodgson - he is an experienced manager, sets up his teams very well and makes it difficult to find a way through.

"They showed this through their results in qualification, they counter attack well, and have improved in recent years.

"The result [tonight] is not the most important thing,  If I am able to learn a bit more about my players, then I will be satisfied."

Sam Long26 March 2016 19:17

England have played Germany in Berlin eight times and are yet to lose a game there.Not a bad record that, is it?

But can you remember the last visit....

Sam Long26 March 2016 19:23

It was way back in 2008 and goals from Matthew Upson and John Terry secured a 2-1 victory for the Three Lions.5289928b-6a86-4ad7-a04c-85781563d6d3.jpg

Give yourself a pat on the back if you remembered that.

Sam Long26 March 2016 19:24

Here's the England team from that day....England team: James (Carson), Johnson, Terry, Upson, Bridge, Wright-Phillips (Crouch), Carrick, Barry, Downing, Defoe (Bent), Agbonlahor (Young).

Subs Not Used: Robinson, Lescott, Richards, Mancienne, Davies, Parker, Bullard.

Two words to describe some of that lot? Bang average.

Sam Long26 March 2016 19:25

the highest honour to represent your country. Disappointed to miss out with injury. Good luck to the boys! @englandhttps://t.co/mRBptouz5v6dc286d1-dac0-416c-a2cb-a978aac7f845.jpg

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Sam Long26 March 2016 19:26

Not a bad showing from England during the first half. The goal was an unfortunate one.In truth if Butland knew he was injured he should have gone down and play could have been stopped but you have to feel for him.

The Germans capitalised and Hodgson's boys have it all to do.

Sam Long26 March 2016 20:43

Hope not too serious injury for @JackButland_One been in great form this season..#GERENG

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