Quotation by

Alan Shearer

We go there with confidence, but we know there is a very fine line between success and failure in this game.

Failure

Understanding this quote AI Analysis

Alan Shearer means that while they feel sure about their abilities, they are also aware that the outcome can easily swing either way. The difference between winning and losing is very small and can change quickly in the game.

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