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      World Cup 2022 – England vs Iran: Date, stream FREE, TV channel, kick-off time, squad CONFIRMED for Qatar showpiece

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      ENGLAND’S World Cup campaign begins later this month against Iran – and Gareth Southgate has confirmed his squad. The Three Lions’ last World Cup campaign ended in agony as they lost 2-1 to Croatia in the semi-finals of the 2018 edition in Russia.
      England play Iran in their opening World Cup game in QatarCredit: Getty
      But four years on from then, and with a Euro 2020 final appearance in the bag too, Southgate’s men are looking to finally overcome the very last hurdle.
      It’s been 56 years since England won their first and only World Cup, and expectations of the team continue to grow every four years.
      Iran will be their first test, before further group stage clashes with rivals Wales and 2010 World Cup group rivals USA.
      This tournament could be make or break for Southgate, who may view the Qatar showpiece as his last opportunity to finally win major silverware as England boss.
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      When is England vs Iran?

      England’s 2022 World Cup opener with Iran will get underway from 1pm UK time on Monday, November 21.
      The game will be held at the Khalifa International Stadium in Qatar’s capital Doha.
      The stadium was opened in 1976 and can hold up to 45,000 fans.

      What TV channel is it and can it be live streamed?

      England vs Iran will be shown live on BBC One in the UK.
      You can live stream the action from the BBC iPlayer, which is available for download onto your mobile or tablet device.
      The game is FREE to watch on the BBC, so long as you have a TV licence.

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      Who is in England’s 26-man squad?
      Gareth Southgate has finally announced his 26-man squad for England ahead of the World Cup.
      Goalkeepers: Jordan Pickford (Everton), Aaron Ramsdale (Arsenal), Nick Pope (Newcastle)
      Defenders: Kieran Trippier (Newcastle), Trent Alexander-Arnold (Liverpool), Kyle Walker (Man City), Benjamin White (Arsenal), Harry Maguire (Man Utd), John Stones (Man City), Eric Dier (Tottenham), Conor Coady (Everton, on loan from Wolves), Luke Shaw (Man Utd)
      Midfielders: Declan Rice (West Ham), Jude Bellingham (Borussia Dortmund), Kalvin Phillips (Man City), Jordan Henderson (Liverpool), Conor Gallagher (Chelsea), Mason Mount (Chelsea)
      Forwards: Harry Kane (Tottenham), Callum Wilson (Newcastle), Marcus Rashford (Man Utd), Raheem Sterling (Chelsea), Bukayo Saka (Arsenal), Phil Foden (Man City), Jack Grealish (Man City), James Maddison (Leicester City) More

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      Why isn’t Reece James in the England squad for World Cup 2022?

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      REECE JAMES is arguably one of England’s most promising full-backs – but he will NOT be heading to Qatar this winter.English boss Gareth Southgate has officially named the 26-man squad that he believes can finally lead the nation to glory once again.
      Reece James won’t be travelling with England to Qatar for the World CupCredit: AP
      But James finds himself in a similar situation to his Chelsea teammate Ben Chilwell meaning he will be staying at home.
      Find out why the Blues star missed out and who is in the England squad for football’s biggest cup competition.
      Why isn’t Reece James in the England squad for World Cup 2022?
      Reece James’ World Cup hopes were initially crushed after sustaining a knee injury during Chelsea’s win over AC Milan last month.
      But the Chelsea defender was handed a lifeline by specialists when he was told that he could be fit in approximately three weeks time.
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      However, with injury concerns to another full-back in Kyle Walker, Gareth Southagte made the tough decision to inform James that he cannot risk including him in his 26-man squad.
      What did Reece James say?
      Reece James took to social media to express his feelings on the situation as well as wishing his teammates good luck.
      James tweeted: “Devastated.
      “The minute I injured my knee, I knew the turn around to make the World Cup would be tight but I always felt it was possible.
      “I’ve worked harder than I ever thought I could give myself the best chance of going and truly believed I could help the team.
      “I appreciate there was risk on both sides but it was one I was willing to take. Good luck to the boys. I’ll be back soon. Stay safe & sending love.”
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      Who is in the England squad for the World Cup 2022?
      Here is the England team for the Qatar World Cup in full:
      Goalkeepers: Jordan Pickford, Nick Pope, Aaron Ramsdale
      Defenders: Luke Shaw, John Stones, Eric Dier, Harry Maguire, Ben White, Conor Coady, Kyle Walker, Kieran Trippier, Trent Alexander-Arnold
      Midfielders: Mason Mount, James Maddison, Conor Gallagher, Declan Rice, Jude Bellingham, Kalvin Phillips
      Forwards: Harry Kane, Callum Wilson, Raheem Sterling, Jack Grealish, Phil Foden, Marcus Rashford, Bukayo Saka
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      Why isn’t Ben Chilwell in the England squad for World Cup 2022?

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      BEN CHILWELL is one of England’s most talented full-backs – but he will NOT be heading to Qatar for the World Cup.Gareth Southgate revealed his 26-man squad to the World as the Three Lions look for glory this winter.
      Chilwell was left out of Gareth Southgate’s 26-man squad for the World CupCredit: Getty
      And Chelsea star Chilwell was left out of the side meaning that he will have to cheer on his teammates from elsewhere.
      Find out why the Blues ace missed out and who is in the England squad for football’s biggest cup competition.
      Why isn’t Ben Chilwell in the England squad for World Cup 2022?
      SunSport revealed that Ben Chilwell will miss the tournament after feeling his hamstring ‘pop’ during Chelsea’s 2-1 win over Dinamo Zagreb in the Champions League.
      The full-back pulled up during the final stages of the match where he was pictured grimacing in pain while being helped off by the medical team.
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      And scan results showed that Chilwell will remain sidelined for a number of months – a sizeable chunk on the rest of his season.
      What did Ben Chilwell say?
      Chilwell took to social media to report on his devastating injury and to thank fans for their moral support.
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      The England international tweeted “Following my ACL injury I worked so hard to make sure I was ready for the World Cup.
      “It has always been a dream of mine. Unfortunately, this won’t be possible following my scan results.
      “I’ll do all I can to get back playing for Chelsea ASAP. Thanks for the messages of support.”
      Who is in the England squad for the World Cup 2022?
      Here is the England team for the Qatar World Cup in full:
      Goalkeepers: Jordan Pickford, Nick Pope, Aaron Ramsdale
      Defenders: Luke Shaw, John Stones, Eric Dier, Harry Maguire, Ben White, Conor Coady, Kyle Walker, Kieran Trippier, Trent Alexander-Arnold
      Midfielders: Mason Mount, James Maddison, Conor Gallagher, Declan Rice, Jude Bellingham, Kalvin Phillips
      Forwards: Harry Kane, Callum Wilson, Raheem Sterling, Jack Grealish, Phil Foden, Marcus Rashford, Bukayo Saka
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      World Cup 2022 squads: England squad CONFIRMED while France, Brazil, Belgium, Germany and Wales also announced

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      SOME of football’s most talented superstars are set to go up against each other THIS MONTH at the Qatar World Cup – but that’s if they are selected.Winter’s blockbuster event is edging closer with the opener scheduled to get underway on Sunday, November 20.
      Japan were the first side to announce their World Cup squadCredit: Getty
      But all eyes will be on the managers beforehand as they rack their brains to select their squads for the huge tournament in Qatar.
      Japanese head coach Hajime Moriyasu wasted no time by becoming the first manager to name his full team.
      And Gareth Southgate can finally focus on England’s opening match against Iran now that he has officially named his squad for Qatar.
      Find out more info on the World Cup squads below…
      When is the deadline for the World Cup squads?
      Managers had until Friday, October 21 to submit their 55-player release list to FIFA.
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      However, FIFA have given managers up until Monday, November 14 to decide on their final 26-player squad.
      And once confirmed, each final listing will be made public before the World Cup begins.
      Given the possibility of Covid-19 or injuries, each team is able to replace affected players up to 24 hours before their first encounter but they have to be selected from the initial 55-man list.
      What are the confirmed World Cup squads?
      Australia
      Experienced central defender Trent Sainsbury was a surprise omission while wonderkid Garang Kuol and former Scotland international Jason Cummings have been called up.
      Australia have a tough opener scheduled against World champions FranceCredit: Reuters
      Goalkeepers: Mat Ryan, Danny Vukovic, Andrew Redmayne
      Defenders: Harry Souttar, Milos Degenek, Bailey Wright, Thomas Deng, Fran Karacic, Nathaniel Atkinson, Aziz Behich, Kye Rowles, Joel King
      Midfielders: Aaron Mooy, Jackson Irvine, Ajdin Hrustic, Cameron Devlin, Riley McGree, Keanu Baccus
      Forwards: Jamie Maclaren, Mitchell Duke, Jason Cummings, Garang Kuol, Awer Mabil, Mathew Leckie, Craig Goodwin, Martin Boyle
      Belgium
      Romelu Lukaku, Kevin de Bruyne and Leandro Trossard make it on the plane to Qatar for the Red Devils.
      Former Chelsea attacker Eden Hazard takes up his spot too but no place ex-Liverpool star Divock Origi.
      Belgium start their World Cup campaign against Canada in Group FCredit: Reuters
      Goalkeepers: Thibaut Courtois, Simon Mignolet, Koen Casteels
      Defenders: Jan Vertonghen, Toby Alderweireld, Leander Dendoncker, Zeno Debast, Arthur Theate, Wout Faes
      Midfielders: Hans Vanaken, Axel Witsel, Youri Tielemans, Amadou Onana, Kevin De Bruyne, Yannick Carrasco, Thorgan Hazard, Timothy Castagne, Thomas Meunier
      Forwards: Romelu Lukaku, Michy Batshuayi, Loïs Openda, Charles De Ketelaere, Eden Hazard, Jeremy Doku, Dries Mertens, Leandro Trossard
      Brazil
      Arsenal’s attacking duo Gabriel Jesus and Gabriel Martinelli were both selected for the Brazilian squad.
      However, their defensive teammate Gabriel Magalhaes has been left out and so has Liverpool’s Roberto Firmino.
      Brazil come up against Serbia in their World Cup openerCredit: AFP
      Goalkeepers: Alisson, Ederson, Weverton
      Defenders: Bremer, Eder Militao, Marquinhos, Thiago Silva, Alex Sandro, Alex Telles, Danilo, Dani Alves
      Midfielders: Bruno Guimaraes, Casemiro, Everton Ribeiro, Fabinho, Fred, Lucas Paqueta
      Forwards: Antony, Gabriel Jesus, Gabriel Martinelli, Neymar, Raphinha, Richarlison, Pedro, Rodrygo, Vinicius Jr
      Cameroon
      Experienced captain Vincent Aboubakar will feature in yet another World Cup for the African giants.
      And he’ll be supported up top by Bayern Munich’s Eric-Maxim Choupo-Moting and Brentford’s Bryan Mbeumo.
      Cameroon open their World Cup account against PanamaCredit: Reuters
      Goalkeepers: Devis Epassy, Simon Ngapandouetnbu, Andre Onana
      Defenders: Jean-Charles Castelletto, Enzo Ebosse, Collins Fai, Olivier Mbaizo, Nicolas Nkoulou, Tolo Nouhou, Christopher Wooh
      Midfielders: Martin Hongla, Pierre Kunde, Olivier Ntcham, Gael Ondoua, Samuel Oum Gouet, Andre-Frank Zambo Anguissa
      Forwards: Vincent Aboubakar, Christian Bassogog, Eric-Maxime Choupo Moting, Souaibou Marou, Bryan Mbeumo, Nicolas Moumi Ngamaleu, Jerome Ngom, Georges-Kevin Nkoudou, Jean-Pierre Nsame, Karl Toko Ekambi
      Costa Rica
      Paris Saint-Germain veteran Keylor Navas makes the cut and so has former Arsenal forward Joel Campbell.
      Costa Rica are scheduled to face Spain in their first World Cup match this monthCredit: AFP
      Goalkeepers: Keylor Navas, Esteban Alvarado, Patrick Sequeira
      Defenders: Francisco Calvo, Juan Pablo Vargas, Kendall Waston, Oscar Duarte, Daniel Chacon, Keysher Fuller, Carlos Martinez, Bryan Oviedo, Ronald Matarrita
      Midfielders: Yeltsin Tejeda, Celso Borges, Youstin Salas, Roan Wilson, Gerson Torres, Douglas Lopez, Jewisson Bennette, Alvaro Zamora, Anthony Hernandez, Brandon Aguilera, Bryan Ruiz
      Forwards: Joel Campbell, Anthony Contreras, Johan Venegas
      Croatia
      Midfield veteran Luka Modric, Chelsea midfielder Mateo Kovcic and Tottenham winger Ivan Perisic will all be on the plane to Qatar.
      But Rangers’ Antonio Mirko Olak was cut from the preliminary squad.
      Croatia got the semi-final in the 2018 World CupCredit: EPA
      Goalkeepers: Dominik Livakovic, Ivica Ivusic, Ivo Grbic
      Defenders: Domagoj Vida, Dejan Lovren, Borna Barisic, Josip Juranovic, Josko Gvardiol, Borna Sosa, Josip Stanisic, Martin Erlic, Josip Sutalo
      Midfielders: Luka Modric, Mateo Kovacic, Marcelo Brozovic, Mario Pasalic, Nikola Vlasic, Lovro Majer, Kristijan Jakic, Luka Sucic
      Forwards: Ivan Perisic, Andrej Kramaric, Bruno Petkovic, Mislav Orsic, Ante Budimir, Marko Livaja
      Denmark
      Christian Eriksen has been named in Denmark’s squad 17 months after he suffered a cardiac arrest at Euro 2020.
      Denmark kick off their World Cup campaign against TunisiaCredit: Reuters
      Goalkeepers: Kasper Schmeichel, Oliver Christensen
      Defenders: Simon Kjaer, Joachim Andersen, Joakim Maehle, Andreas Christensen, Rasmus Kristensen, Jens Stryger Larsen, Victor Nelsson, Daniel Wass
      Midfielders: Thomas Delaney, Mathias Jensen, Christian Eriksen, Pierre-Emile Hojbjerg
      Forwards: Andreas Skov Olsen, Jesper Lindstrom, Andreas Cornelius, Martin Braithwaite, Kasper Dolberg, Mikkel Damsgaard, Jonas Wind
      England
      Kyle Walker and Kalvin Philips have both battled through their injuries to make it on the plane to Qatar.
      Arsenal duo Ben White and Bukayo Saka get the call up following their sensational starts to the season.
      But the two major talking points is James Maddison who gets hasn’t made an England appearance since 2019.
      And Callum Wilson, who was picked over the likes of Jadon Sancho and Ivan Toney.
      England start their World Cup journey against Iran on November 21Credit: Getty
      Goalkeepers: Jordan Pickford, Nick Pope, Aaron Ramsdale
      Defenders: Luke Shaw, John Stones, Eric Dier, Harry Maguire, Ben White, Conor Coady, Kyle Walker, Kieran Trippier, Trent Alexander-Arnold
      Midfielders: Mason Mount, James Maddison, Conor Gallagher, Declan Rice, Jude Bellingham, Kalvin Phillips
      Forwards: Harry Kane, Callum Wilson, Raheem Sterling, Jack Grealish, Phil Foden, Marcus Rashford, Bukayo Saka
      France
      Manager Didier Deschamps has found room for Raphael Varane in his squad, despite the Manchester United star’s injury.
      France are the current World Cup holdersCredit: AFP
      Goalkeepers: Alphonse Areola, Hugo Lloris, Steve Mandanda
      Defenders: Lucas Hernandez, Theo Hernandez, Presnel Kimpembe, Ibrahima Konate, Jules Koundé, Benjamin Pavard, William Saliba, Dayot Upamecano, Raphael Varane
      Midfielders: Youssouf Fofana, Eduardo Camavinga, Matteo Guendouzi, Adrien Rabiot, Aurelien Tchouameni, Jordan Veretout
      Forwards: Karim Benzema, Kingsley Coman, Ousmane Dembele, Antoine Griezmann, Olivier Giroud, Kylian Mbappe, Christopher Nkunku
      Germany
      There’s no place for injured Marco Reus but Manchester City’s Ilkay Gundogan and Chelsea’s Kai Havertz make the cut.
      However, the big surprise is that Moukoko, 17, will be on the plane to Qatar.
      Germany will take on Japan in their World Cup openerCredit: Reuters
      Goalkeepers:Manuel Neuer, Marc-Andre ter Stegen, Kevin Trapp
      Defenders: Armel Bella Kotchap, Mathias Gintar, Christian Gunter, Thilo Kehrer, Lukas Klostermann, David Raum, Antonio Rudiger, Nico Schlotterbeck, Niklas Sule
      Midfielders: Julian Brandt, Niclas Fullkrug, Leon Goretzka, Mario Gotze, Ilkay Gundogan, Jonas Hofmann, Joshua Kimmich
      Forwards: Karim Adeyemi, Serge Gnabry, Kai Havertz, Youssoufa Moukoko, Thomas Muller, Jamal Musiala, Leroy Sane
      Japan
      Arsenal ace Takehiro Tomiyasu has been selected while Celtic stars Kyogo Furuhashi and Reo Hatate failed to make the cut.
      Japan will take on Germany in their opening World Cup matchCredit: Getty Images – Getty
      Goalkeepers: Eiji Kawashima, Shuichi Gonda, Daniel Schmidt
      Defenders: Yuto Nagatomo, Maya Yoshida, Hiroki Sakai, Shogo Taniguchi, Miki Yamane, Ko Itakura, Takehiro Tomiyasu, Hiroki Ito
      Midfielders: Gaku Shibasaki, Wataru Endo, Junya Ito, Takumi Minamino, Hidemasa Morita, Daichi Kamada, Yuki Soma, Kaoru Mitoma, Ritsu Doan, Ao Tanaka, Takefusa Kubo
      Forwards: Takuma Asano, Daizen Maeda, Ayase Ueda, Shuto Machino
      Morocco
      Achraf Hakimi has got the call up and Chelsea’s Hakim Ziyech makes his return to the fold.
      Morocco face Croatia in their first World Cup matchCredit: Reuters
      Goalkeepers: Yassine Bono, Munir, Ahmed Reda Tagnaouti
      Defenders: Achraf Hakimi, Noussair Mazraoui, Romain Saiss, Achraf Dari, Jawad El-Yamiq, Yahia Attiat-Allal, Badr Benoun
      Midfielders: Sofyan Amrabat, Selim Amallah, Abdelhamid Sabiri, Azzedine Ounahi, Bilel El Khanouss, Yahya Jabrane
      Forwards: Hakim Ziyech, Youssef En-Nesyri, Sofiane Boufal, Zakaria Aboukhlal, Ez Abde, Amine Harit, Ilias Chair, Abderrazak Hamdallah, Walid Cheddira
      Senegal
      Chelsea duo Eduoard Mendy and Kalidou Koulibaly have both made the cut for Senegal.
      But the AFCON champions are reportedly set to be without talisman Sadio Mane who sustained a tendon injury against Werder Bremen.
      However, Mane is still named in the squad with the Senegal boss prepared to take a gamble.
      Senegal will be looking for more international glory after winning AFCON in FebruaryCredit: AP
      Goalkeepers: Edouard Mendy, Alfred Gomis, Seny Diang
      Defenders: Bouna Sarr, Saliou Ciss, Kalidou Koulibaly, Pape Abou Cisse, Abdou Diallo, Ibrahima Mbaye, Abdoulaye Seck, Fode Ballo Toure, Cheikhou Kouyate
      Midfielders: Pape Matar Sarr, Pape Gueye, Nampalys Mendy, Idrissa Gana Gueye, Moustapha Name, M. Loum Ndiaye, Joseph Lopy
      Forwards: Sadio Mane, Ismaila Sarr, Bamba Dieng, Keita Balde, Habib Diallo, Boulaye Dia, Famara Diedhiou, Mame Babe Thiam
      Switzerland
      Granit Xhaka will captain the Swiss team as they go for glory in Qatar and he’ll be joined by former Liverpool attacker Xherdan Shaqiri.
      Switzerland open their World Cup campaign with a fixture against CameroonCredit: EPA
      Goalkeepers: Gregor Kobel, Philipp Kohn, Jonas Omlin, Yann Sommer
      Defenders: Manuel Akanji, Eray Comert, Nico Elvedi, Ricardo Rodriguez, Fabian Schar, Silvan Widmer
      Midfielders: Granit Xhaka, Edimilson Fernandes, Fabian Frei, Remo Freuler, Ardon Jashari, Fabian Rieder, Xherdan Shaqiri, Djibril Sow, Renato Steffen, Denis Zakaria, Michel Aebischer
      Forwards: Breel Embolo, Christian Fassnacht, Noah Okafor, Haris Seferovic, Ruben Vargas
      United States
      Arsenal’s second choice goal keeper Matt Turner has been included in the squad despite some recent injury issues.
      He’ll be joined by Leeds duo Brenden Aaaronson and Tyler Adams as well as Chelsea forward Christian Pulisic.
      United States open their World Cup account against WalesCredit: AFP
      Goalkeepers: Ethan Horvath, Sean Johnson, Matt Turner
      Defenders: Cameron Carter-Vickers, Sergino Dest, Aaron Long, Shaq Moore, Tim Ream, Antonee Robinson, Joe Scally, DeAndre Yedlin, Walker Zimmerman
      Midfielders: Brenden Aaronson, Kellyn Acosta, Tyler Adams, Luca de la Torre, Weston McKennie, Yunus Musah, Cristian Roldan
      Forwards: Jesus Ferreira, Jordan Morris, Christian Pulisic, Gio Reyna, Josh Sargent, Tim Weah, Haji Wright.
      Wales
      Wales players huddle together on the pitch ahead of Euro 2020 gameCredit: PA
      Goalkeepers: Wayne Hennessey, Danny Ward, Adam Davies.
      Defenders: Ben Davies, Ben Cabango, Tom Lockyer, Joe Rodon, Chris Mepham, Ethan Ampadu, Chris Gunter, Neco Williams, Connor Roberts.
      Midfielders: Sorba Thomas, Joe Allen, Matthew Smith, Dylan Levitt, Harry Wilson, Joe Morrell, Jonny Williams, Aaron Ramsey, Rubin Colwill.
      Forwards: Gareth Bale, Kieffer Moore, Mark Harris, Brennan Johnson, Dan James. More

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      What are the lyrics for God Save the King and is it both the England and UK national anthem?

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      ENGLAND are heading into the World Cup this winter in Qatar with hopes of winning the competition.The Three Lions are renowned for belting rousing renditions of national anthem ‘God Save the Queen’ before games.
      England will line up to sing God Save the King at the World Cup
      But following The Queen’s passing in September, her son Prince Charles became King.
      The England team will now sing ‘God Save the King’ at the World Cup instead.
      What are the words to God Save the King?
      God Save the King has three verses, with only the first one sung at sports events.
      The lyrics are as follows:
      God save our gracious King!Long live our noble King!God save the King!Send her victorious,Happy and glorious,Long to reign over us:God save the King!
      O Lord our God arise,Scatter her enemies,And make them fall:Confound their politics,Frustrate their knavish tricks,On Thee our hopes we fix:God save us all.
      Thy choicest gifts in store,On her be pleased to pour;Long may she reign:May she defend our laws,And ever give us cause,To sing with heart and voice,God save the King!
      Is God Save the King the British national anthem?
      God Save the King is the de facto national anthem of the United Kingdom.
      It is sung at all events in which the country is represented, however no national anthem has official status as the UK has never passed a national anthem law.
      Is God Save the King the English national anthem?
      God Save the King is normally taken to be the English national anthem.
      But in actual fact, England doesn’t have a national anthem at all.
      The issue has been debated in parliament before, with many believing that English sports teams should have a unique song to sing at events.
      Most sports teams representing England will sing God Save the King before events.
      Is Jerusalem or God Save the King the English national anthem at the Commonwealth Games?
      The English team sing Jerusalem at the Commonwealth Games.
      It has been used officially since 2010 after a public vote.
      Previously, England athletes sang Land of Hope and Glory at the Commonwealth Games.
      The poet William Blake created the lyrics to Jerusalem in 1804, with Hubert Parry adding music in 1916.
      The English boxers are hoping to bring medals homeCredit: PA:Press Association
      What are the lyrics to Jerusalem?
      And did those feet in ancient timeWalk upon England’s mountains green?And was the holy lamb of GodOn England’s pleasant pastures seen?
      And did the countenance divineShine forth upon our clouded hills?And was Jerusalem builded hereAmong those dark satanic mills?
      Bring me my bow of burning gold!Bring me my arrows of desire!Bring me my spear: o clouds unfold!Bring me my chariots of fire!
      I will not cease from mental fight;Nor shall my sword sleep in my handTill we have built JerusalemIn England’s green and pleasant land.
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      Who is Kyle Walker’s wife Annie Kilner, did they break up and do they have children?

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      KYLE WALKER ties the knot with long-time girlfriend Annie Kilner, despite scoring a number of own goals in his relationship.Here’s all you need to know about the England star’s wife.
      Kyle Walker and girlfriend Annie Kilner were together for over nine yearsCredit: Annie Kilner : Instagram
      Who is Kyle Walker’s wife Annie Kilner?
      Annie Kilner and Kyle Walker started dating in their teens.
      The brunette beauty said about the cheeky chap, whose tweet in the 2018 World Cup about Harry Maguire went viral: “When we started going out it was love at first sight.”
      They were together for over nine years before splitting in May 2019.
      Walker was dumped by Annie after reality star Laura Brown opened up about romps in the England ace’s £200k Bentley.
      Since then, the England ace has been embroiled in a number of steamy encounters – culminating in a coronavirus lockdown sex party with two hookers in April 2020.
      Walker bedded Lauryn Goodman last summer and became a dad for the fourth time – but Annie branded him “gutless” after he broke the news over the phone.
      Annie was spotted supporting Kyle and England at the 2018 World CupCredit: Getty – Contributor
      The glamourous Wag has three children with WalkerCredit: Annie Kilner : Instagram

      Brave Annie told a friend: “He’s a fool for risking his family for this. When he told me I was heartbroken. I also felt physically sick. All the air in your body leaves you.
      “My world completely caved in on me in that second.
      “It was the worst-case scenario, the one thing I dreaded most but knew was possible, given his track record with women.
      “I couldn’t believe what I was hearing. Not only had he cheated on me but she was pregnant with his baby.”
      And SunSport revealed how Annie has held secret talks with lawyers over a share of Walker’s £30million fortune.
      However, the couple got married at the beginning of 2022, putting their troubles behind them.
      The England star proposed last year with a £250,000 engagement ring.
      Annie Kilner wanted a little girl as she felt outnumbered with three boys and KyleCredit: Paul Edwards – The Sun
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      Do they have any children?
      Annie and Kyle have three sons together: Roman, Riaan and Reign.
      Annie had expressed that she’d quite like a girl, telling OK! Magazine: “I really want a little girl. I love my boys, but I’d really like a daughter as I’m outnumbered in this house.”
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      Who is England star Jordan Pickford’s wife Megan Davison?

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      JORDAN Pickford is well known as a England footy hero.Wife Megan Davison is a regular fixture at the goalkeeper’s matches – and she’s set to support her man in Qatar for the World Cup.
      Megan Davison is the stunning wife of Jordan PickfordCredit: Reuters
      Who is Megan Davison?
      Megan, who is the wife of Jordan Pickford, graduated from the University of Sunderland last year.
      The pair met when they were at school and have reportedly been together since they were 14.
      And she moved to Liverpool with him following his transfer to Everton in 2017.
      She travelled to the World Cup to support her fella and she has been spotted in the stands at every match.
      Megan with her husband
      She even dug out her England jersey for the final group stage match against Belgium.
      Megan was snapped wearing a huge diamond ring, before the couple finally married in March 2020.
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      When she’s not cheering on the goalkeeper, she is bombarding her Instagram followers with stunning snaps.
      The blonde stunner has amassed over 51,700 followers on the social media site.
      Do they have any children?
      Yes they do – a baby boy.
      Megan gave birth on February 17, 2019 to a boy named Arlo George.
      The couple once shared a touching and hilarious photo of the newborn’s baby grow, which read “My daddy likes to… ‘Get the rave on!’, a catchphrase that has stuck with Pickford since his days at Burton Albion in 2013. More

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      Is Arsenal vs Brighton on TV? Kick-off time, team news EFL Carabao Cup third-round clash

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      ARSENAL host Brighton in the Carabao Cup as the Gunners look to continue their impressive run of form today.The Seagulls have put together and a similar run of form at the start of the season, which sees them sit 6th in the Premier League table.
      Arsenal players celebrate after the final whistle of the English Premier League football match against ChelseaCredit: AFP
      Brighton celebrate a late winner against Wolves in Premier League actionCredit: Rex
      However, league form could go out the window as the Carabao Cup comes round.
      And we’ve got all the details ahead of the clash between Mikel Arteta’s Arsenal and Brighton.
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      When is Arsenal vs Brighton?

      The Gunners host Brighton TODAY, Wednesday, November 9.
      Scheduled to kick-off at 7:45pm, Arsenal will be looking to progress to the fourth round.
      The Emirates Stadium will host the affair, with a capacity of 60,250 in the venue.

      Is Arsenal vs Brighton on TV?

      Unfortunately, Arsenal vs Brighton is not televised in the UK.
      However, you can keep up to date with all the action from north London in our live blog.

      What is the latest team news?
      Long-term absentee Emile Smith Rowe will be missing for the Gunners once more as he battles an ongoing groin issue.
      Aside from this, Takehiro Tomiyasu is the only doubt after not being involved in Arsenal’s victory over Chelsea.
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      Matt Turner is ready to take his place in goal as Aaron Ramsdale’s understudy has recovered from an ongoing issue.
      As for the visitors, Jakub Moder remains sidelined as he recovers from a long-term knee injury.
      There could be a lot of rotation for the Seagulls as fringe players look to earn their way into Roberto De Zerbi’s plans this season, with no other injury concerns going into the match.
      Latest odds
      Arsenal to win – 8/13
      Draw – 29/10
      Brighton to win – 4/1
      Odds courtesy of Betfair and correct at time of writing. More