They've been booed and criticised but the England team insist they'll begin tonight's match by taking the knee. A former professional footballer tells us why it matters to the players so much.

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Guest: Clarke Carlisle, ex-professional footballer, pundit and mental health consultant.

Host: Manveen Rana.

Clips used: BBC.

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