Southgate 'won't back away' from fan anger
Gareth Southgate said he is proud of his players despite the 'unusual environment' created by England fans
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00:00Are you aware that three beer glasses were thrown in your direction and there was also some angry reaction?
00:16I understand it. I'm not going to back away from it. The most important thing here is that the supporters stay with the team.
00:26I understand the narrative towards me and that's better for the team than it being towards them.
00:38But it is creating an unusual environment to operate in. I've not seen any other team qualify and receive similar.
00:50I understand it. I'm not going to back away from it. But I'm very, very proud of the players for how they're operating within it.