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Eric Dier says countries will dread facing England in the Euro 2016 knockout rounds

SAINT-ETIENNE, FRANCE - JUNE 20: Eric Dier of England reacts during the UEFA EURO 2016 Group B match between Slovakia and England at Stade Geoffroy-Guichar
Image: Eric Dier says England should not fear anyone in the knockout stages

Eric Dier believes other countries will dread the prospect of facing England in the Euro 2016 knockout rounds, despite his side's failure to secure top spot in Group B.

After a goalless stalemate against Slovakia on Monday, England were overtaken by Wales and will next face whoever finishes second in Group F out of Hungary, Iceland, Portugal or Austria in the last-16 in Nice next Monday.

"Of course we couldn't win them all but in general our play has been very positive, and I am sure there are plenty (of teams) who won't want to face us," Dier told reporters in France. 

Eric Dier and Jack Wilshere show their frustration
Image: Dier and Jack Wilshere show their frustration in the draw against Slovakia

"We shouldn't be fearful of anyone... that's the wrong word. We'll wait and see, but we should not fear anyone."

England goalkeeper Joe Hart echoed Dier's sentiments and praised the performances of his side in the tournament.

"We're going to look to build on three good performances. Result-wise it's not been great but performance-wise I don't think anyone will be looking forward to playing us."

Aron Gunnarsson puts Laszlo Kleinheisler under pressure
Image: Aron Gunnarsson will face England if Iceland finish runners up in Group F

However, Iceland captain Aron Gunnarsson said he would relish the prospect of taking on England if they advanced to the next round.

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Iceland, who are second in the group, face Austria in their final game on Wednesday, while Hungary take on Portugal.

"Playing against England in a finals would be something special. It would be a dream for every Icelander. We have always looked towards England in the finals," Gunnarsson, who plays for Cardiff City, said.

"The Premier League is the most watched league in Iceland and the most talked about. It would be memorable."

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