After you please

A poem in tribute to the English spirit in recognition of Sir Gareth Southgate's contribution to the cause - 60 long years without a World Cup win - was read out by Sir Ian Mcellen on the radio this week. Our virtues of stiff upper lip, courtesy and good manners were recalled together with the ability to fight like lions.Unfortunately there is another characteristic that so often counters those strengths - it is a very positive weakness ( if that makes sense) - we hold open doors, we queue politely - "After you please" is so often said.Not so helpful in the World Cup round of 32 in the Azteca tonight ( this was uploaded on the 5 July before the match against Mexico) - Good luck..Support the show