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There was a strange feeling around some Premier League training grounds on Monday, especially for the modern game. It was one of refreshment.
The sun was out for a lot of teams, and many players haven’t even had a game for two and a half weeks. That represents the longest break the Premier League has had since the summer of 2024.
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