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Published 21:02 25 Nov 2022 GMT
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The ex-England duo said that the spirit in the camp was strong and it will help Gareth Southgate's side at the business end of the tournament in Qatar.
Keane, however, wasn't as convinced.
"I'm not into all that team spirit is important nonsense," the former Republic of Ireland captain said.
"Of course, after England's first game they'd be laughing around. Let's see if they're still laughing at the end of the tournament."
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Ultimately, Keane was arguably proven correct as England laboured to a goalless draw against the USA.
After beating Iran 6-2, Southgate's side went into Friday's encounter as heavy favourites, but they failed to create any chances of note against the Americans.
England will qualify for the last 16 if they avoid a 4-0 defeat to Wales next week. Yet, as Keane noted, they will need a lot more than team spirit to go all the way.
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