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      Wayne Rooney knew Jude Bellingham would be a star when he man-marked him and ‘left his studs in’ aged just 16

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      WAYNE ROONEY has backed Jude Bellingham to shine at the World Cup after getting a Championship bruising from him.Bellingham went toe-to-toe with England’s all-time top scorer back in 2020 as Rooney’s Derby beat Birmingham 3-1.
      Rooney faced Bellingham in a game between Derby and Birmingham two years agoCredit: PA
      But the former Manchester United skipper knew the teenager had something special after Bellingham left his studs on him.
      Rooney, 37, said: “I played against Bellingham when he was at Birmingham and I was playing for Derby.
      “He marked me and was only about 16. What I really liked about him is when I passed the ball off he would leave a stud on me and I remember thinking he had something about him.”
      After that season, Bellingham made the switch to Dortmund where he has been branded the “oldest 19-year-old” boss Edin Terzic has ever seen.
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      He has been handed the captain’s armband at the Signal Iduna Park and has scored nine goals this season.
      And with 17 Three Lions caps already to his name the midfielder is expected to play a key role for Gareth Southgate in Qatar.
      Rooney, who has selected his team for the tournament, added: “The character to go out to Germany and take that league by storm and the mentality to perform.
      “He has been captain for Dortmund as well.
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      “He will be a huge player for England. Even though he is young he will put some of that character in the rest of that squad.
      “I hope he doesn’t go to Liverpool or City. He is the hottest player in world football and I am sure United are working as they tried to get him a couple of years ago. He is a player United could really do with at the minute.”
      Rooney’s all-time scoring record of 53 England goals is under threat at the World Cup with Harry Kane just two goals shy of joining him.
      But Roo has backed the Tottenham striker to smash his record and wants him to do it in Qatar.
      He told TalkSport: “Harry will go on and smash the record and score about 70 goals. He deserves it.
      “It is a huge honour to have the record but they are there to be broken and I can’t think of anyone better than Harry to break it.
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      “Hopefully he breaks it at the World Cup because it means he is doing well for England.”
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      Jack Wilshere picks his England XI to face Iran at World Cup 2022 with Arsenal stars dominating team

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      FORMER Arsenal midfielder Jack Wilshere has named his England team for their opening World Cup game against Iran.Gareth Southgate’s side kick off their campaign on November 21, before two more group games against USA and Wales.
      How Wilshere would set England up at the World Cup
      There has been much debate about whether Southgate will line up with a back three or four.
      But, speaking on talkSPORT, Wilshere insisted a four is the way to go against Iran, although his defensive selections are very surprising indeed.
      One of the most eye-catching calls from the ex-England star sees him go with Aaron Ramsdale ahead of regular No1 Jordan Pickford.
      And he continues the Arsenal theme at centre-back, selecting Gunners man Ben White ahead of both John Stones AND Harry Maguire.
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      Wilshere opts instead to pair White with Tottenham man Eric Dier.
      And he continues the somewhat left-field defence with Trent Alexander-Arnold at right-back.
      The only uncontroversial choice in the defence is Luke Shaw at left-back.
      Wilshere has gone with a 4-2-3-1 formation, picking Declan Rice and Jude Bellingham to sit in front of the defence.
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      Phil Foden has been chosen as the No10, with Bukayo Saka and Raheem Sterling either side of him.
      And England captain Harry Kane is obviously leading the line in attack.
      Wilshere earned 34 caps for England and played at the 2014 World Cup – which saw the Three Lions exit in the group stage.
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      Ex-Man Utd star Anders Lindegaard announces retirement aged 38 after missing out on Denmark World Cup squad

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      FORMER Manchester United goalkeeper Anders Lindegaard has announced his retirement from football aged 38.Lindegaard has been capped five times by Denmark, but was not included in the squad for the World Cup.
      Ex-Manchester United goalkeeper Anders Lindegaard has retired from footballCredit: Getty – Contributor
      Lindegaard in action for the Red Devils in 2012 against West HamCredit: EPA
      The ex-United stopper has not played for the national team since 2011.
      Ex-Leicester keeper Kasper Schmeichel will start for Denmark in Qatar, while Hertha Berlin goalie Oliver Christensen is also in the initial 21-man squad, which will be increased to 26 this weekend.
      In an emotional statement on Instagram, Lindegaard said he was “grateful for all the memories” from his near 20-year career as a pro.
      He officially joined the Red Devils in January 2011 before leaving in the summer of 2015.
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      As well as the Red Devils, Lindegaard also had spells with Preston, Burnley and West Brom.
      He most recently played for Helsingborgs in the Swedish first division.
      Part of his statement said: “After 20 years of professional football I’ve decided to retire. I’m humble and grateful for everything it has given me.
      “Football has shown me the world and given me experiences I could only ever dream of.
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      “I look back at my career with great proudness and gratitude and I thank everyone who’s been there for me and everyone I’ve met and worked with in the beautiful game.
      “Players, managers, coaches, staff, fans – I’m grateful for all the memories.”
      Lindegaard admitted he had been preparing to hang up his boots for “many years”.
      He added: “As anyone else retiring from their ‘dream job’ would. I think the most important thing is to accept the premise and reflect upon it.
      “I’m privileged to have picked the moment myself. I’ve prepared for this day for many years and I feel ready. I’m looking forward to start a new chapter in my life.”
      In total Lindegaard played 29 times for the Red Devils, winning two Premier League titles. More

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      Why isn’t Chelsea’s N’Golo Kante playing for France at the World Cup?

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      FRANCE kick off their World Cup campaign against Australia in Qatar yet there will be an absence in the French midfield with N’Golo Kante missing out on a seat on the plane.Didier Deschamps released his 26-man squad list for the tournament on Wednesday with the Chelsea midfielder not featuring.
      N’Golo Kante in action for FranceCredit: Getty
      Kante was an integral piece of the Les Blues 2018 World Cup winning side with the then 27-year-old playing every minute for the national side.
      Now four years on, the rise of young talents such as Eduardo Camavinga and Aurelien Tchouameni has provided Kante with heightened competition for a place in the midfield.
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      Why isn’t N’Golo Kante playing for France at the World Cup?
      The absence of the midfielder will be a huge blow for France as well as for Chelsea as shown by their poor defensive record as of late.
      The Blues number six has been sidelined for four months due to a hamstring injury suffered during a 2-2 draw with Tottenham in August.
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      The injury has meant Kante will miss the opportunity to help France to become only the third side to retain the World Cup.
      Providing all goes will with the 31-year-olds recovery, it looks likely we will see him return to action soon after the season proceeds. More

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      Gareth Southgate should QUIT as England manager even if he wins World Cup 2022, claims Jamie Carragher

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      JAMIE CARRAGHER has told Gareth Southgate to quit as England manager after the World Cup – whatever happens in Qatar.The Three Lions boss will lead the country into a third major tournament later this month as he looks to build on a semi-final in 2018 and Euros final last summer.
      Southgate took over as England manager in 2016Credit: AFP
      Carragher feels Southgate should walk away from the England job after the World CupCredit: Getty
      Southgate is England’s most successful manager since Sir Alf Ramsey led them to their only major trophy back in 1966.
      But he has come in for some criticism in recent months after a six-game winless run in the lead-up to the World Cup.
      And while Carragher has slammed the negativity surrounding Southgate, he also feels it may be time for the head coach to step aside.
      Speaking in his column for The Telegraph, the Liverpool legend said: “If I was Gareth Southgate, I would make the Qatar World Cup my swansong as England manager.
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      “Hopefully England will produce to a strong enough level to ensure that it is Southgate’s call.
      “After his excellence in the job to this point, the least he deserves is to leave on his own terms when he feels the time is right.
      “He is intelligent enough to have sensed a mood shift over the last few months, even if some of the negativity surrounding him during the build-up to the tournament is a joke.”
      In the summer, England lost to Hungary twice and drew with Italy and Germany.
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      Then in September – their final games before the World Cup – Southgate’s men lost 1-0 to Italy before drawing 3-3 with Germany.
      And Carragher feels the unmerited criticism is something the England boss has been unable to shake heading into the World Cup.
      “Southgate’s problem heading into this year’s tournament is an undercurrent of negativity about his approach has taken hold and it is difficult to see how he reverses it without actually winning the World Cup,” he added.
      “It is unreasonable to suggest he should change course from the formula that took England so far in their last two competitions.
      “He has not failed to get the most of a talented squad, as some argue. He has overperformed with a very good bunch.” More

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      Denmark vs Tunisia: Kick-off time, TV channel, live stream free and team news for World Cup 2022 match

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      DENMARK get their World Cup campaign underway against Tunisia as they look to build on a very impressive Euro 2020.The Danes recovered from the horror of Christian Eriksen collapsing on the pitch in their opening match to reach the semi-final.
      Christian Eriksen and Denmark will be looking to impress in the World CupCredit: Reuters
      A farcical Mali own goal saw Tunisia qualify for a second straight World CupCredit: Getty
      And they pushed England all the way before Harry Kane netted the winner off a rebound from a controversial extra time penalty won for the Three Lions.
      Tunisia are making their second straight World Cup appearance after a careless Mali own goal saw them make it through the African play-off.
      That result saw them earn revenge on the Malians for a bizarre defeat at the Africa Cup of Nations months earlier.
      World champions France take on Australia in the other Group D first round match.
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      What time does Denmark vs Tunisia kick off?
      Denmark take on Tunisia on Tuesday, November 22.
      The match kicks off at 1pm UK time – 4pm local time.
      It will be played at Education City Stadium, Al Rayyan.
      The sides have only met once before, back in 2002, when Denmark ran out 2-1 winners in a pre-World Cup friendly in Japan.
      What TV channel is Denmark vs Tunisia on and can I live stream it?
      Denmark vs Tunisia is live on ITV.
      To stream the game live, head to the ITV Hub.
      Can I watch Denmark vs Tunisia for free?
      Yes. ITV is FREE for all UK viewers with a TV licence.
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      Argentina vs Saudi Arabia: Kick-off time, TV channel, live stream free and team news for World Cup 2022 match

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      LIONEL MESSI gets what is likely to be his last ever bid to win a World Cup underway as Argentina face Saudi Arabia.The Albiceleste have been hugely impressive under boss Lionel Scaloni, who delivered a first Copa America since 1993 last year.
      Qatar 2022 is potentially Lionel Messi’s last chance to bring the World Cup to ArgentinaCredit: Getty
      Saudi Arabia impressed by winning their World Cup qualifying groupCredit: AFP
      And they then cruised through South American qualifying, finishing behind only Brazil.
      Messi then added a second international trophy to his collection in the summer, as Argentina beat Italy 3-0 to win the Uefa-Conmebol Finalissima at Wembley.
      Saudi Arabia have only got out of a World Cup group once, in 1994, and a repeat performance is not expected this time around.
      However, the Saudis are not to be underestimated as they came top of a qualifying group also containing Australia and Japan.
      At the last World Cup, Saudi Arabia were one of the first teams knocked out of the competition.
      But they did manage to return home with pride after securing a shock victory over Mo Salah and Egypt.
      Mexico and Poland are the other two teams making up World Cup Group C.
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      What time does Argentina vs Saudi Arabia kick off?
      Argentina take on Saudi Arabia on Tuesday, November 22.
      The match kicks off at 10am UK time – 1pm local time.
      It will be played at the Lusail Iconic Stadium in Qatar.
      The sides last met in 2012, when they played out a 0-0 draw in a friendly in Riyadh.
      What TV channel is Argentina vs Saudi Arabia on and can I live stream it?
      Argentina vs Saudi Arabia will be live on ITV.
      To stream the game live, head to the ITV Hub.
      Can I watch Argentina vs Saudi Arabia for free?
      Yes. ITV is FREE for all UK viewers with a TV licence.
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      Qatar vs Ecuador: Kick-off time, TV channel, live stream free and team news for opening World Cup 2022 match

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      AFTER years of talking, it’s time for the host nation to get their World Cup underway.Qatar take on Ecuador in the opening match of the tournament as they look to gain an early foothold in a group also containing Senegal and the Netherlands.
      Almoez Ali (right) will be key to any potential Qatar successCredit: Getty
      2021 Europa League winner Pervis Estupinan (left) will be looking to star for Ecuador
      The Qataris have never qualified for a World Cup before, but are the current Asian champions so will expect to put up a good fight in front of their own fans.
      Opponents Ecuador have qualified for three previous World Cups, with their best previous finish coming in 2006 when they reached the last 16 before being beaten by a David Beckham free kick against England.
      And they impressed in qualifying for this tournament, making it to Qatar with a game to spare as they picked up a fourth placed finish.
      However, they were made to sweat on their place at the tournament after a complaint was filed about them fielding an ineligible player, but ultimately rebuffed by Fifa.
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      What time does Qatar vs Ecuador kick off?
      Qatar take on Ecuador on Sunday, November 20.
      The match kicks off at 7pm UK time.
      It will be held at the Al Bayt Stadium, Al Khor.
      The sides last met in 2018, when Qatar won 4-3 in a friendly in Doha.
      What TV channel is Qatar vs Ecuador on and can I live stream it?

      Qatar vs Ecuador is live on BBC.
      To stream the game live, head to the BBC iPlayer.

      Can I watch Qatar vs Ecuador for free?
      Yes. BBC is free for all UK viewers with a TV licence.
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