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The Worst Episodes of Dear England

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Haunted by decades of failures, Gareth Southgate becomes England manager and uses psychology to confront fear and pursue victory.

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  1. #1 Worst Episode
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    Dear England Season 1 Episode 3 - Episode 3
    7.6/10(107 votes)

    S1:E3

    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.

    Director:Paul Whittington
    Writer:James Graham

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  2. Dear England Season 1 Episode 2 - Episode 2
    7.7/10(115 votes)

    S1:E2

    After a breakthrough World Cup reignites belief, the England team return to a tournament on home turf as Southgate’s squad strive to unite the country and finally bring it home.

    Director:Paul Whittington
    Writer:James Graham

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  3. Dear England Season 1 Episode 4 - Episode 4
    7.7/10(111 votes)

    S1:E4

    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.

    Director:Paul Whittington
    Writer:James Graham

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  4. Dear England Season 1 Episode 1 - Episode 1
    7.9/10(148 votes)

    S1:E1

    With the England team at an all-time low, Gareth Southgate becomes the new manager. Haunted by his own penalty miss, he transforms the squad’s mindset with a radical new approach.

    Director:Rupert Goold
    Writer:James Graham

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Worst Episodes Summary

"Episode 3" is the worst rated episode of "Dear England". It scored 7.6/10 based on 107 votes. Directed by Paul Whittington and written by James Graham, it aired on 5/31/2026. This episode scored 0.1 points lower than the second lowest rated, "Episode 2".