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Michael Owen proposes radical plan for England involving substitutes ahead of Croatia match

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**Summary:** Michael Owen has proposed a radical plan for England ahead of the Three Lions' match against Croatia. The proposal involves using substitutes more frequently. **Why It Matters:** This suggests potential changes to England's tactics and strategy, potentially impacting their performance in the upcoming World Cup match.

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