Drama | Sports
Station:
BBC iPlayer (GB)
Status:
Ended
Start:
2026-05-24
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It's time to change the game. The country that gave the world football has since delivered a painful pattern of loss. Why can't the England team win at their own game?With the worst track record for penalties in the world, Gareth Southgate knows he needs to open his mind and face up to the years of hurt to take team and country back to the promised land.Dear England is a fictionalised account of the struggles and successes of England's football teams, based on extensive research and interviews.
TV Show Ended.
S1E1 - Episode 1
With the England team at an all-time low after an embarrassing defeat to Iceland, Gareth Southgate becomes the new manager. Haunted by his own penalty miss with England, he inherits a broken team and a jaded fanbase. With psychologist Pippa Grange, he sets about changing the team's mindset and tackling his and England's biggest fear – penalties.
Air Date: 24 May 2026 15:00 (CDT)
S1E2 - Episode 2
After a breakthrough World Cup reignites belief, the England team return to a tournament on home turf, amidst the Covid pandemic. As the pressure to win increases, Pippa Grange questions her role. Meanwhile, Gareth tries to unite a divided country ahead of Euro 2020, where he hopes the team finally bring it home at Wembley.
Air Date: 24 May 2026 15:00 (CDT)
S1E3 - Episode 3
In the aftermath of the devastating defeat at Wembley, Southgate's guilt weighs heavily on his conscience. When the fans then turn on Southgate, accusing him of prioritising politics over performance, he begins to doubt himself ahead of a controversial World Cup in Qatar.
Air Date: 31 May 2026 15:00 (CDT)
S1E4 - Episode 4
As Euro 2024 begins, England arrive as favourites for Southgate's final tournament. Gareth is forced to make some challenging changes to the team and puts his trust in a new generation. When the team struggles unexpectedly and pressure mounts, Gareth wonders how his story will end.
Air Date: 31 May 2026 15:00 (CDT)