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      BBC pundit Robbie Savage mocked for claiming ‘it’s only Iran, I could still play against them and win’ before Wales loss

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      ROBBIE SAVAGE has been ridiculed after claiming “it’s only Iran” and that even he could “win a game of football” against Carlos Queiroz’s side before Wales’ shellshock defeat.Rob Page’s men were humbled by the Iranian national team after losing 2-0 at the Ahmed bin Ali Stadium and are now facing a mountain to climb to reach the World Cup Last 16.
      Wales lost 2-0 to Iran after Robbie Savage underestimated Carlos Queiroz’s menCredit: Alamy
      Iran were deserved winnersCredit: Getty
      Robbie Savage was blasted on social media after claiming Wales would destroy IranCredit: Getty
      The Dragons capitulated after Nottingham Forest goalkeeper Wayne Hennessey was sent off on 86 minutes.
      Iran then opened the scoring with Rouzbeh Cheshmi in the 99TH MINUTE before Ramin Rezaeian completed the upset victory just three minutes later.
      Savage, 48, was left with egg on his face as he was adamant on Monday that Wales would destroy Iran.
      The former Leicester ace even insisted his non-league club Macclesfield would beat Queiroz’s men.
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      Savage told co-host Chris Sutton while presenting 606 on BBC Radio: “It’s only Iran… Iran were terrible, terrible, and you think Wales will finish bottom?
      “I could still play against Iran now and win a game of football. Iran are that bad I think Wales and USA will beat Iran.

      “I’ve watched all the TV coverage, Iran were useless. Macclesfield would beat Iran.”
      Sutton warned against underestimating Iran and was proven right as Wales’ chances of World Cup qualification hang in the balance after previously drawing 1-1 with USA.

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      The ex-Chelsea ace took to social media after the game and gave his co-host a slice of humble pie.
      Sutton tweeted: “‘It’s only Iran’ @RobbieSavage8 said the other night. So disrespectful. Iran deserved this by far the better team. Wales have been schooled. Well played Iran.”
      Savage responded with a Welsh flag and sad emoji: “Looking forward to 606 tonight.”
      More fans took to Twitter to give the famous pundit a piece of their mind.
      One fan tweeted: “Robbie Savage spent the night after the first round of group matches utterly disrespecting the footballing ability of Iran. Repeatedly. On national BBC radio. Life is good.”
      Another posted: “I’ll be interested to hear Robbie Savage talk about this Wales performance given how he could not stop saying how awful Iran were after they played England.”
      A third wrote: “Just wondering if Iran are still the worst team in the competition @RobbieSavage8.”
      This fan said: “A very disrespectful comment from Savage. This was always going to be a tough game for both nations.
      “Unlucky Wales, you couldn’t fault their effort, but this was Iran’s day and they absolutely deserved the win.”
      And that one tweeted: “Bet Robbie Savage regrets saying how s**t Iran are on 606 now.” More

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      I’m England’s sexiest fan – I’ve been attacked by trolls, but it won’t stop me… I’m taking a stand

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      A WOMAN dubbed England’s sexiest fan has bravely spoken out after being attacked by trolls on social media.Glamour model Grace Teal, 35, hit back against online bullies after she received hundreds of abusive messages for the way she dressed.
      England’s “sexiest fan” has hit out against online trollsCredit: SWNS
      Glamour model Grace Teal, 35, received hundreds of abusive messages after posing upCredit: SWNS
      The businesswoman had previously posted a picture of herself posing in her kitchen wearing a red bikini with long white football socks.
      And she said she was “flattered” to receive the unofficial title of England’s sexiest fan.
      Grace, from Doncaster in Yorkshire, said: “Obviously I am really flattered by it and it is really nice to be called that.
      “It gives me a confidence boost, it is an honour – it is harmless fun and banter and I am all for that for the World Cup.
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      “The World Cup is a great opportunity to get everyone together and celebrate.”
      “I have a little boy and he is big into it too, I try and go down to the pub and watch the game and support everybody.”
      However, the mum said she was “deeply hurt” by some hateful comments calling her an “attention seeker” and saying “there’s more plastic in her than the ocean”.

      Another cruel comment claimed there was “more foundation on her than a building site” and branded her “a mannequin”.
      While one person even asked: “What’s wrong with her face? Was she in a fire?”
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      She added: “The trolling I’ve been on the end of makes my heart sink.
      “It made me feel really upset. I went and stood in front of the mirror and thought: “Do I really look like that?”‘
      But brave Grace said that she was taking a stand against online bullies and called for a change in the law to put a stop to incidents of harassment.
      She said: “I am quite insecure in a lot of ways, and I am successful in my own rights – people were saying that I am a gold digger, and I am cheap.
      “I honestly think the reason why people do these things is they feel they can do it because they are sat behind their screens.
      “If someone came up to you and started harassing you in that kind of way, it would be a criminal offence.
      “I think something needs to be put in place where harassment isn’t just physical and not just by someone you know – there needs to be a law in place that covers social media.
      “I want to stand up against these comments, take a grip of all this nastiness that is going on.
      “I want people to know that they have hurt my feelings, but they haven’t put me down.”
      “I want people to know that they have hurt my feelings, but they haven’t put me down.”Grace Teal, 35
      Grace also called for an easier way to report abuse on social media platforms.
      “There needs to be something put in where they can identify horrible posts and comments and take them down.
      “There needs to be an easier way for people to report abuse online, so you have that reassurance that something is being done about it.”
      The beauty had previously stripped down ahead of England’s crunch Euro 2020 quarter-final against Ukraine.
      Despite saying at the time that it would be her “last ever” saucy shoot, she has changed her mind and cheered on Gareth Southgate’s team with a collection of saucy pictures shared with the Daily Star.
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      The bombshell had previously admitted to having a crush on Manchester City star Jack Grealish during the Euros, revealing that she “always had a thing for a toyboy” and saying Jack would be “a lot of fun”.
      But she has now turned her sights to talented Manchester United star Marcus Rashford.
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      World Cup 2022 – Qatar 1 Senegal 3 LIVE RESULT: AFCON champs leave hosts on brink of early World Cup exit – latest

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      HOSTS Qatar are on the brink of exit from the World Cup after their 3-1 defeat by Senegal.Should Netherlands and Ecuador draw this afternoon in the next Group A clash then Qatar will be knocked out.

      Result: Qatar 1-3 Senegal
      Qatar XI: Barsham; Pedro Miguel, Madibo, Khoukhi, Hassan, Ahmed; Alhaydos, Boudiaf, Mohamad; Afif, Almoez Ali
      Senegal XI: Mendy; Sabaly, Koulibaly, Diallo, Jakobs; I.Sarr, Gueye, N.Mendy, Diatta; Diedhiou, Dia

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      FT: Qatar 1-3 Senegal
      That is the end of the game as the referee blows his whistle.
      The Senegal fans continue to dance in the stands.
      A true carnival atmosphere and they will enjoy this win.
      Qatar will be leaving the tournament after the group phase.
      Credit: Getty
      Qatar 1-3 Senegal
      90+4. Qatar are still trying to attack Senegal.
      It is amazing what a difference scoring that goal has done for their attacking play.
      Ali runs through towards goal and lets fly from the edge of the box but it is not troubling Mendy’s goal.
      Qatar 1-3 Senegal
      90+2. Senegal seem to be the ones more keen to come forward now.
      It has been a long 90 minutes for these Qatar players.
      Cisse’s side continue to look to stretch the hosts.
      Qatar 1-3 Senegal
      90. We are going to have six additional minutes here.
      Qatar continue to come forward.
      If they had this confidence from the off, this could have been a different tournament for them.
      Qatar 1-3 Senegal
      88. Chance for Qatar with a free kick just outside the box.
      Afif stands over the ball.
      Hassan goes for goal and it whistles a few feet wide of the post.
      Qatar 1-3 Senegal
      86. Qatar still play the ball around with the confidence that they know how to score goals at the highest level now.
      Senegal have had a scare here today from the hosts.
      They just had too much and were able to take the game away from Qatar.
      Credit: Reuters
      Qatar 1-3 Senegal
      84. The ball is cut back to the penalty spot, finding Dieng.
      He turns and shoots in one movement, beating Barsham.
      That is the game for the Lions of Teranga now.
      Goal – Bamba Dieng (Senegal)
      Qatar 1-2 Senegal
      82. Miguel and Ahmed come off for Waad and Salman for Qatar.
      Looking to get that one more goal to give them their first points.
      Senegal meanwhile counter, looking to put the game to bed.
      Qatar 1-2 Senegal
      80. Senegal have the chance to put the game to bed with a corner.
      They delivery is poor and Qatar clear easily.
      Free kick given out wide, chance for Senegal to put one in the box.
      Credit: Reuters
      Qatar 1-2 Senegal
      78. What a moment for Muntari and Qatar.
      We may have a game on our hands here.
      Still time left for an equaliser.
      Great header from Muntari beating Mendy well.
      Goal – Mohammed Muntari (Qatar)
      Qatar 0-2 Senegal
      76. This will be seen as a solid result for Senegal.
      Putting them back in with a chance of qualification.
      Qatar still looking to find a goal here.
      Qatar 0-2 Senegal
      74. Aziz and Muntari come on for Qatar.
      Senegal having brought on two strikers.
      With quarter of an hour remaining they seem intent on more goals.
      Qatar 0-2 Senegal
      72. Senegal are happy to play the ball around now.
      Game management can see them through in this game.
      Cisse will want to see them keep a clean sheet now.
      Ndiaye and Bamba Dieng are coming on for the Lions of Teranga.
      Credit: Getty
      Qatar 0-2 Senegal
      70. Hatem comes on for Qatar.
      Boudiaf is the player replaced.
      Senegal counter and Mendy gets a shot off at goal, a few feet wide of the angle.
      Qatar 0-2 Senegal
      68. Shots on target are like buses.
      Qatar again draw a fantastic save from Mendy as the ball comes off Mahmoud’s knee but was heading into the bottom corner.
      Finally the home side are starting to have a go in this World Cup.
      Qatar 0-2 Senegal
      66. The Senegal drums continue to beat in the stands.
      Afif comes forward looking to make something happen.
      All too often it just seems to be Afif versus the Senegal midfield and defense.
      Qatar 0-2 Senegal
      64. Qatar have had their first shot on goal of the World Cup.
      It only took 165 minutes but Ali draws a great save from Mendy.
      Great save.
      Pathe Ciss comes on for Diatta for Senegal.
      Qatar 0-2 Senegal
      62. Victory today would leave an interesting final game against Ecuador for both fans and neutrals alike.
      Depending on the results later it could be a winner takes all game.
      Qatar look to come forward, again jogging, only Afif seems to want to change this game.
      Credit: Getty
      Qatar 0-2 Senegal
      60. It is ironic really.
      In a country that is constantly questioned about alleged human rights violations that their football strike force is so blunt.
      They need to show more urgency in their play, like it isn’t an exhibition match.
      Qatar 0-2 Senegal
      58. Hoping for Qatar to get two quick goals to make a game out of this may be too much to ask.
      Let’s keep it more simple.
      We now want Qatar to have a shot on target before full time.
      Qatar 0-2 Senegal
      56. Ismail is caught as he drags the ball back, sending the defender to the shops,
      Free kick for Qatar in a dangerous position.
      Ball is clipped in, not dealt with by Senegal and as Qatar look to get a shot off it hits one of their own players.
      Sums up their tournament right there.
      Qatar 0-2 Senegal
      54. Cannot imagine what the crowd will be like in Qatar’s final game.
      Just an away end maybe.
      Although the official attendance will still no doubt be 222,000.
      Credit: Reuters
      Qatar 0-2 Senegal
      52. Qatar need to have a go at this now.
      Not that they look like a team who are holding back in any way.
      They have just looked out of their depth in their two games so far.
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      Kai Havertz calls for unity in Germany dressing room with flops facing fight to stay in World Cup ahead of Spain clash

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      KAI HAVERTZ has appealed for unity in the Germany squad and admits failing to do his ‘bloody duty’ in their shock opening game defeat.Shellshocked players held a clear-the-air meeting with coach Hansi Flick yesterday 24 hours after losing 2-1 to Japan.
      Kai Havertz revealed the reaction within the Germany camp after the shock Japan defeatCredit: Getty
      There were clear-the-air talks between Hansi Flick and his squadCredit: Getty
      Manchester City midfielder Ilkay Gundogan accused the German forwards of going missing as they chased the game.
      Chelsea star Havertz admits they must pull together in Sunday’s crunch Group G clash with in-form Spain as they try to salvage World Cup dreams.
      Havertz said: “Ilkay complained that people went into hiding. He said our offensive players failed to score a second or third goal. It was very constructive criticism.
      “We talked about the whole match so it took a bit longer to go through all the things we did badly and where we need to improve with Sunday in mind.
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      “Now is the time to speak to each other and tell each other the truth, that is what makes the team stronger.
      “We have analysed the game very well and seen our shortcomings and the areas we need to get better in.
      “Now we have to approach as a true team and put foot on the accelerator in a crunch game
      “We are in a bad moment but that can switch around quite fast.
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      “It can be the turnaround for us. It is a big game. I am lucky I played a few big games at Chelsea.
      “We are always in the spotlight, always in for a lot of criticism. Not everyone stands behind us. I don’t worry my head about it.

      “We focus solely on the game against Spain on Sunday. It matters zero what happened in the past, it is water under the bridge.
      “I like playing centre forward but when put in that position it is your bloody duty to score goals which I didn’t do against Japan. 
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      “I recognise that. Put in the same position on Sunday I will do everything in my power to help the team.”
      Julian Brandt was an unused sub in the Group G match but admits Germany are deep in the brown, smelly stuff and appeared to knock boss Hansi Flick’s enterprising tactics.
      The Germans were 1-0 up only to crumble in the second half.
      Borussia Dortmund winger Brandt said: “We are verbally in a s****y situation but we have a chance to turn it around in a big way.
      “We are between a rock and a hard place. Maybe we should have sat deeper and played a counter-attacking game.
      “When we can’t score we should sit deep and win in an unspectacular way.”

      There will be no repeat of the Germany team’s covered mouths protest aimed at Fifa in the ongoing row over the OneLove armband campaign.
      Next opponents Spain are on the crest of a wave following a 7-0 smashing of Costa Rica in their first game.
      There could not be a greater contrast between confidence levels between the two international giants.
      Havertz, 23, admitted: “We went into the dressing room with heads low and shoulders dropped. I can understand that. Of course we talked about what went wrong. 
      “Everyone needs to pull their weight and get back to a positive stride.
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      “A 7-0 win is a clear signal and we have great respect for the Spain team. 
      “We know they have quality but will we hide? Not at all. We just need to put it on the pitch.”
      Havertz and Julian Brandt faced the media ahead of the must-win clash with SpainCredit: Getty
      Spain head into Sunday’s clash full of confidence after their 7-0 thumpingCredit: Getty More

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      Qatar 1 Senegal 3: Hosts on verge of crashing out after second loss as Senegal win keeps World Cup hopes alive

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      THAT’S the way the Koukhi crumbles lads… and the reason you’re set to become the first country to leave your own World Cup party.Boulaye Dia, Famara Diedhiou and Bamba Dieng may have shared the headlines for the goals which are likely to earn Qatar an unwanted slice of footballing history.
      Senegal celebrate seeing off QatarCredit: Reuters
      Yet the real story was the cock up behind the opener – a horrendous clanger from Boualem Koukhi – which teed up Dia.
      Centre back Koukhi was under no undue pressure as he tried to swipe a ball from Krepin Diatta’s away from the danger area.
      But he totally fluffed his lines, ended up on his backside and was left beating the turf in anger as Dia drilled in from ten yards.
      It kept Senegal’s own dreams alive, and left Qatar staring at the earliest farewell from a World Cup host.
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      Three minutes into the second half it was confirmed, too, as Senegal bagged a second and the rush for the exits began.
      In fairness, Ismail Jakobs’ corner was a cracker, but although Diedhiou’s header was powerful, it was above Meshaa Barsham and a top level keeper would have kept it out.

      At that point you feared the worst, as Senegal threatened to run riot in case escaping the group came down to goal difference.
      So fair play to Qatar for sticking at it…and fair play for finally gaining some reward with their first ever World Cup goal.
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      Senegal’s Boulaye Dia opens the scoringCredit: Reuters
      Boulaye Dia celebrates his goalCredit: Getty
      Famara Diedhiou makes it 2-0 for SenegalCredit: Getty
      Famara Diedhiou wheels off in celebrationCredit: Getty
      Senegal scored three times from just five shots on target
      It came after Ismail Mohammad produced a superb cross from the right which more than matched the fantastic control he showed in bringing it down.
      Mohammed Muntari, who had just arrived from the bench, rose above a flat-footed Kalidou Koulibaly and nodded it into the far corner. And a goal well merited it was, too.
      For a little more than six minutes Qatar dreamt of the most sensational of comebacks.
      Until Senegal’s own supersub put paid to that, when Dieng swept in the third.
      So in the end all Qatar had to show for their efforts was a sense of what might have been – especially if a decent first half penalty claim had gone their way, when it was still goalless.
      Replays certainly suggested that Ismaila Sarr appeared to catch Akrim Afif as they went shoulder to shoulder in the box.
      Mohammed Muntari pulls one back for QatarCredit: Reuters
      Qatar celebrate their first goal of the World CupCredit: Reuters
      But Spanish referee Antonio Mateu waved away the claims, VAR official Alejandro Hernandez agreed, and it was to prove a pivotal moment.
      Just to rub salt into Qatari wounds, they also set another unwanted World Cup first for the longest time a host nation went without a goal.
      Prior to this it was the 135 minutes Mexico waited before finding the net in their second game in 1970.
      Well it now stands at 167 – that’s how long it took Qatar to trouble the scorer thanks to Muntari’s effort.
      Not that it’s exactly a place in the record books they’ll be celebrating, of course….
      Bamba Dieng makes it 3-1 to SenegalCredit: Getty
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      World Cup 2022 – England vs USA LIVE: Stream FREE, kick-off time, TV channel, team news for HUGE Group B game TONIGHT

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      ENGLAND captain Harry Kane is set to START for the Three Lions tonight as they face Iran at the World Cup. Gareth Southgate is expected to name a completely unchanged side to the one which battered Iran on Monday.
      That means starts for young stars Jude Bellingham and Bukayo Saka, while experienced players Harry Maguire and Raheem Sterling will also retain their places.

      Start time: 7pm
      TV channel: ITV 1
      Live stream: ITVX
      England XI: To follow
      USA XI: To follow

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      England were in superb form against Iran as they came out 6-2 winnersCredit: Getty
      USA players celebrate with Timothy Weah after he scores the opener against WalesCredit: Getty

      When is England vs USA?

      England’s big clash with USA will get underway from 7pm UK time on Friday, November 25 – TODAY.
      The game will be played at the Al Bayt Stadium in Al Khor, Qatar.
      The stadium can hold up to 60,000 fans and was opened last year, specifically for the World Cup.

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

      England vs USA will be shown live on ITV1 in the UK.
      You can live stream the action from the ITV Hub, which is available for download onto your mobile or tablet device.
      The game is FREE to watch, so long as you have a TV licence.
      Radio listeners can hear the commentary of England vs USA FREE Live on talkSPORT.

      Team news
      Harry Kane has had a scan on his ankle after a knock he picked up in the win over Iran.
      The scan is said to have gone well, and Kane emerged for training with the rest of his team-mates on Wednesday.
      Kyle Walker could return to the side after missing the first game because of his thigh problem.
      But James Maddison is set to miss out again, with Callum Wilson also a slight doubt after missing training following the Iran game.
      The US have no known injury issues at present.
      Americans ready for England challenge
      USA captain, Tyler Adams, has spoken about what playing England brings to the table for his team.
      England are still a big team at the end of the day, but the intimidation factor? I wouldn’t say there’s many things out there that intimidate me, other than spiders. So it’s fine for me, but obviously I’ve got to play against all those big players, so I’ve done it before.Tyler Adams USA
      Jack the man in the know
      Ex-Arsenal midfielder Jack Wilshere called what abilities Saka had to show on the world’s biggest stage in Qatar.
      After his performance against Iran, Wilshere wrote for SunSport: “I told Sun readers yesterday how good Bukayo Saka was at always making the right decisions. And if you didn’t know that before, you do now.”
      “His performance against Iran was exactly what I expected from him, creating and scoring goals in what was a superb team display.
      “Bukayo has improved his finishing over the last couple of seasons — he now instinctively knows the right time to shoot.”
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      Three Lions become pass-masters
      England completed 716 passes in their 6-2 win over Iran, their most on record in a World Cup match since 1966.
      John Stones was responsible for 116 of those completed passes (16%), also the most by an England player in a World Cup game since 1966.
      Against USA, England will try the same tactic to stretch and tire their opponents, creating more openings for their attacking talent.
      Fans dare to dream big
      After their landslide win over Iran, England fans have started to dream whether they can actually go all the way in Qatar this time.
      They have suffered so much heartbreak on the major stage that it is hard to get so invested for fear of going through it all again.
      But that is not what football is all about, it is a game of highs and lows and you just have to hope their are more of the good times than bad.
      Credit: Reuters
      Familiar foes go head to head
      This is the third meeting between England and USA at the World Cup, with the United States winning 1-0 in 1950 before a 1-1 draw in 2010.
      In all competitions, England have won eight of their 11 meetings with USA (drew one, lost two).
      Their last defeat against them came in June 1993 (0-2), winning four and drawing one of their meetings since then.
      What are the odds?
      Here are England vs USA odds courtesy of Betfair .
      England win 40/85
      Draw 10/3
      USA victory 6/1
      Game settings
      Here’s where England vs USA will be played tonight – the Al-Bayt Stadium in Al Khor.
      It holds close to 70,000 fans.
      Credit: Reuters
      Southgate feeling motivated
      England boss Gareth Southgate knows the importance of tonight’s game – and is motivated by the fact England have never beaten USA in a major tournament beforee.
      “If we win we qualify and the first objective is to qualify from the group,” he said.
      “We have three matches to do so and if it takes all three we have to be ready for that.
      “Have we ever beaten the States in a major tournament? No, so we have to try to make history. We’re good at talking highly of ourselves as a nation with no evidence so we need to perform well.
      “We will play a highly-motivated team and have huge respect for the opponents.
      “We know their players and the quality and athleticism they have so we have to be at our best – I don’t think we will be underestimating USA.”
      Credit: EPA
      Fans in fine voice
      England fans are already making their voices heard out in Doha ahead of tonight’s huge game…
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      Welcome to England vs USA!
      Good afternoon and welcome to SunSport’s live coverage of England vs USA at the World Cup!
      The Three Lions are back in action tonight following their 6-2 mauling of Iran on Monday – and they can qualify for the last-16 TONIGHT.
      Wales’ 2-0 defeat to Iran earlier has left England in the perfect position to advance to the knockout stages in Qatar, and they’ll all but finish top of their group with a win too.
      Gareth Southgate is set to name an unchanged XI from the side which beat Iran.
      Bukayo Saka, Jude Bellingham, Raheem Sterling and Harry Maguire are all set to retain their places in the side.
      USA are in desperate need of a win, having drawn to Wales in their first group game, despite dominating for half of the game.
      The last time the two sides played in the World Cup was in 2010, when the game infamously finished 1-1 after Rob Green’s goalkeeping howler out in South Africa.
      England, however, have managed to perform in their last two major tournaments, and headed into this one brimming with confidence despite some torrid Nations League form.
      And they’ll be looking to put their best foot forward again tonight.
      So kick back with a cold one and cheer on the boys – we’ve got you covered for the rest of the evening.
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      Neymar injury update with Brazil hopeful he WILL play again in World Cup knockouts but will miss next group game

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      NEYMAR will play again at the World Cup but looks set to miss Brazil’s next group game at least, according to reports.The Brazil star was taken off with an ankle injury against Serbia following a tackle by Nikola Milenkovic.
      Neymar suffered an ankle injury against SerbiaCredit: Getty
      Neymar looked upset as physios attended to his injuryCredit: Getty
      Neymar’s right ankle was badly swollenCredit: Reuters
      The Brazil talisman limped as he left the stadiumCredit: Twitter @njnews10
      Neymar initially continued before being substituted but he looked distraught on the bench as physios attended to him.
      The forward broke down into tears and covered his face with his shirt, fearing the injury was a serious one.
      Brazil fears were worsened when Neymar limped out of the stadium with a badly swollen ankle.
      The team doctor could not estimate the seriousness of the injury but according to Spanish outlet Sport the problem is not as bad as first feared.
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      Neymar is set to miss Brazil’s next game against Switzerland.
      And if Tite’s side win he will reportedly not be risked for the final group game against Cameroon.
      But if Brazil progress the Paris Saint-Germain star could be back for their second round clash, which could take place on December 5.
      Brazil’s team doctor Rodrigo Lasmar said of the injury: “Neymar has a right ankle trauma.
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      “Due to the impact that he had with the knee of the Serbia player, we immediately started the treatment when he was on the bench.
      “We need to wait 24 to 48 hours to have a better assessment.”
      Discussing the condition of Neymar and Danilo, who landing awkwardly on his ankle late on, he added: “We can already say that we will not have the two players for the next game, but they remain in treatment with our objective of trying to recover in time for this competition.”
      He told press that the injury was not serious but a scan shows the problem is worse than initially thought, and that means veteran Dani Alves could be welcomed into the team. More

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      England star Conor Gallagher’s model Wag in last-minute World Cup passport drama and forced to look in BINS for document

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      CONOR GALLAGHER’S partner has got off a rubbish start to the World Cup – after having to look through BINS for her passport. Chelsea’s Gallagher is among the 26-man squad in Qatar dreaming of going all the way.
      Aine May Kennedy with boyfriend Conor Gallagher
      Aine May Kennedy suffered a passport problem ahead of the World CupCredit: @ainemaykennedy
      Aine May Kennedy even had pals searching their binsCredit: @ainemaykennedy
      But his girlfriend Aine May Kennedy has not yet been able to make the 4,000 mile trip after running into last-minute passport problems.
      The couple, who have been together for three years, often travel around the world together.
      But Aine May described having the “most stressful week” and suggested she was forced to apply for a new passport.
      The Irish model, from Cork, was so desperate she even had pals digging through their bins in a bid to find the lost document.
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      She posted a picture holding passport applications, and captioned it: “Can’t believe it’s come to this.
      “Literally putting a tracker on my passport as soon as it arrives.”
      She added: “Had my friends empty the bins last night with me just to make sure we hadn’t missed anywhere in the house.”
      The rest of the England’s Wags are on a luxury £1billion cruise liner  off the coast of Qatar.
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      They are staying there between watching games, but coronavirus restrictions are preventing them from seeing their partners.
      The likes of Megan Pickford and Kyle Walker’s wife Annie Kilner were pictured arriving in time for England’s 6-2 opener against Iran.
      And the glamorous group will be in force tonight as the Three Lions play USA.
      Conor Gallagher with partner Aine May Kennedy
      Aine May Kennedy has been with Conor Gallagher for three yearsCredit: Instagram @ainemaykennedy
      The Irish model often travels with Gallagher
      Aine May Kennedy will hope to fly out to Qatar soon
      Jack Grealish with his partner Sasah Attwood after the Iran game
      Phil Foden celebrated the win with girlfriend Rebecca Cooke and son Ronnie Credit: Getty More