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Why rotate goalkeepers now?
Goalkeepers are typically the most consistent position in a football team, rarely rotated unless there's an injury or a clear performance issue. Southgate's decision to give Trafford two starts over Pickford suggests a deliberate strategy to test younger talent and build depth in a key position.
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