BBC Sport Goes Behind the Scenes at England Media Day

Short overview
An inside look at BBC Sport's media shoot with the England squad ahead of the World Cup, revealing the preparation and coordination involved.
BBC Sport has offered a behind-the-scenes glimpse of its media day with the England squad prior to the World Cup. The feature showcases the setup and coordination required to capture content with the team before the tournament.
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