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“It was a titanic effort.”

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Glenn Hoddle is a former English football player known for his exceptional skill and tactical acumen. He played for several clubs during his career, including Arsenal and Tottenham Hotspur, and achieved significant success with the England national team. Hoddle was one of the key figures in English football during the 1980s and 1990s. more

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