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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.”
      Credit: Richard Pelham / The Sun
      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…
      Credit: Reuters
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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

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      World Cup fans can win a holiday every time England score a goal tonight – here’s how

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      WORLD Cup fans can win a holiday every time England score in a massive prize draw.And a Wales fans could also scoop a big prize in the competition if a Welsh player gets sent off in the tournament.
      Fans of the Red Dragons may be breathing fire, but they could win a holiday if another of their players gets sent offCredit: Getty
      Fans of the Three Lions and Red Dragons have the chance to win multiple holiday vouchers for as long as their teams stay in the tournament.
      The holiday comparison sites Icelolly and TravelSupermarket are teaming up to make every football fan a winner, even as Wales’ hopes of lifting the Jules Rimet trophy recede.
      TravelSupermarket is giving £500 holiday vouchers to winning customers every time England and Wales score in Qatar.
      While England put six past Iran on Monday, Wales keeper Wayne Hennessey was sent off for a horror challenge in today’s clash with the Princes of Persia.
      The Three Lions will be hoping for another big win when they face the USA tonight.
      Every time England or Wales score, a winner will be chosen at random.
      But even if Wales flop again when they face England on Tuesday, some of the thousands of Welsh fans gathering in Tenerife could win another holiday if one of their players sees red again.
      Icelolly is giving customers the chance to get sent off on holiday every time a player gets sent off the pitch.
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      One entrant will win a £500 holiday voucher every time a red card foul is committed in the tournament.
      You can enter the competition any time before the World Cup Final on Sunday 18th December, by visiting TravelSupermarket or Icelolly.
      Bukayo Saka scored twice in England’s 6-2 demolition of IranCredit: EPA
      Wayne Hennessey saw red for a horror challenge when Wales played IranCredit: Reuters More

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      Fans demand Saudi Arabia’s World Cup heroes be given luxury ROLLS ROYCES after shock win over Argentina

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      FANS are saying that SAUDI ARABIA’S World Cup heroes should be rewarded with ROLLS ROYCES for their sensational victory over Argentina.The team known as the Green Falcons produced one of the biggest shocks in the tournament’s history on Tuesday when they beat the Copa America champions.
      Saudi Arabia caused a major shock World Cup shock by beating ArgentinaCredit: Getty
      The Saudi players are set to be rewarded with a Rolls RoyceCredit: Getty
      Lionel Messi put Argentina ahead from the spot, but Saudi Arabia struck twice in quick succession to end their 36-game unbeaten run.
      As a result, fans want to see them given a huge bonus for their efforts.
      One supporter said: “They deserve them”.
      Another replied: “We can give each one of the players and their families private jets, but beating Argentina is not our target.. we are aiming for the CUP!!”
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      A third admitted: “Saudi players deserve a Royal Decree – Rolls Royce for beating Argentina.”
      Remarkably, this wouldn’t be the first time this type of thing has happened.
      According to Harian Metro, a similar feat occurred 28 years ago.
      At the 1994 World Cup in the US, Saeed Al-Owairan was rewarded with a gift for his stunning winner against Belgium.
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      On that occasion, Saudi managed two wins from their three group stages games and qualified for the Round of 16.
      If they beat Poland on Saturday, they will seal their place in the knockouts.

      They could even progress as group winners, providing they win and the game between Mexico and Argentina ends in a draw.
      Whatever happens, it’s been a tournament that no one from Saudi Arabia will ever forget. More

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      World Cup 2022 – England vs Wales: Date, stream FREE, TV channel, kick-off time and team news for final Group B match-up

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      ENGLAND’s third and final Group B game at this year’s World Cup is against rivals Wales. After losing 2-0 to Iran, the Welsh need a miracle to qualify for the last 16, but the Dragons CAN still mathematically get out of Group B.
      Gareth Bale and Wales need a minor miracle to qualify from Group B in the World CupCredit: Rex
      Daniel Sturridge scored the winner for England against Wales at Euro 2016Credit: News Group Newspapers Ltd
      The two sides haven’t played each other in a major tournament since Euro 2016, when England overcame their opponents 2-1 in the group stages.
      England were knocked out of that tournament before Wales were but since then, the Three Lions have enjoyed somewhat of a renaissance.
      They reached the semi-finals of the World Cup in 2018 before going a step further to play in the final against Italy in a losing effort at Euro 2020.
      This time, they’ll be looking to go a step further by winning their first World Cup since 1966.
      Wales reached the semi-finals of Euro 2016, despite that loss to England, but have failed to progress further at the two tournaments since, so the Dragons will looking to cause an upset.
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      When is England vs Wales?

      England’s clash with Wales will get underway from 7pm UK time on Tuesday, November 29.
      The game will be played at the Ahmad Bin Ali Stadium in Al Rayyan, Qatar.
      The stadium opened in 2003 and can hold up to 50,000 spectators.

      What channel is it and can it be live streamed?

      England vs Wales 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, so long as you have a TV licence.

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      Who is in England’s 26-man squad?

      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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      Inside England’s preparations for USA clash including hilarious Walker and Grealish gaffes and Rice masterclass in SOCKS

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      ENGLAND’s spirits are high as they complete the final preparations ahead of their World Cup clash against USA.The Three Lions got off to their best ever start to a World Cup campaign by beating Iran 6-2 on Monday.
      England players looked relaxed ahead of their World Cup encounter with USACredit: YouTube/england
      Mason Mount won a game of no feint
      Declan Rice bossed a keepy uppy challenge in his socksCredit: YouTube/england

      And a win against the boys from across the pond would see Gareth Southgate’s side qualify for the knock-out stages.
      Southgate is determined to continue winning and wants to make history by beating USA for the first time at a major tournament, having famously lost to the Americans at the 1950 World Cup.
      But a draw would also be enough after Iran beat Wales 2-0 to throw the group wide open.
      That means England can play with less pressure on their shoulders, though the players’ relaxed attitude in camp suggests their worries are already at ease.
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      Manchester City pair Jack Grealish and Phil Foden certainly looked laid back in training as they played a game of no bounce with each other.
      The wingers effortlessly pinged volleyed passes to one another and did kick-ups to prevent the ball from bouncing.

      The sequence of passes lasted a remarkably long time and only failed after Grealish failed to keep the ball alive after controlling it between his legs.
      That left Foden with his head in his hands and Grealish with a big surprise smile on his face.
      Jack Grealish was in stitches after Kyle Walker fell over during their sprint drillCredit: YouTube/england
      Grealish and Phil Foden impressed in a game of no bounceCredit: YouTube/england
      Harry Kane looked relaxed as he worked out on a bike machine
      Foden puts his skills to the test
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      The £100million star was laughing once more in training after finishing a running drill ahead of Kyle Walker.
      Walker is perhaps England’s fastest player but in a test of agility against Grealish he slipped, leaving his City team-mates in stitches.
      Meanwhile, Declan Rice showcased his brilliant close control by performing keepy uppies while lying on the floor.
      The West Ham star received the ball from Conor Gallagher and performed the tricks wearing socks – much to the amusement of close pal Mason Mount.
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      That trio also played a game of no feint with Raheem Sterling.
      The group appeared to be loving life as they lured one another into receiving a pass that did not come, with Mount the eventual winner. More

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      Why isn’t Manchester United goalkeeper David de Gea playing for Spain at the 2022 World Cup?

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      MANCHESTER UNITED goalkeeper David de Gea has been on fine form for the Red Devils this season is not playing at the 2022 World Cup for Spain.The 32-year-old has made 45 appearances for his national team and was once seen as one of the best goalkeepers in football.
      David de Gea has been on fine form for Manchester United so far this seasonCredit: Reuters
      However, he is not featuring for Luis Enrique’s side at the World Cup in Qatar as they prepare to face Germany.
      And we have all the details regarding the reasoning behind De Gea not playing for his national team.
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      Why isn’t David de Gea playing for Spain?
      De Gea was seen as Spain’s clear number one for years after the retirement of icon Iker Casillas.
      However, this is not the case anymore as the Spaniard was not included in Enrique’s squad for the World Cup despite being the number one in the 2018 tournament.
      Luis Enrique did not call David de Gea up for the Spain squad ahead of the World CupCredit: AFP
      The shot stopper hasn’t featured for Spain since a 1-0 loss to Ukraine on back in 2020 but was named in the Euro 2020 squad last summer.
      However, Unai Simon was preferred ahead of him as the Athletic Bilbao goalkeeper keeps his place ahead of De Gea for the World Cup.
      De Gea wasn’t even included in a 55-man shortlist ahead of the final squad announcement as he fell out of favour with Enrique, who has outlined his preference in goal.
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      Speaking to the press earlier this year, Enrique said: “A goalkeeper should start the play and generate the first superiority, they must dominate the aerial play.
      “I need a goalkeeper that transmits peace and calmness to me, that doesn’t mean they won’t make mistakes, errors are part of football. What they generate I like a lot.”
      It appears that De Gea does not match what Enrique is looking for in a goalkeeper and therefore is not in the World cup squad for the Spaniards. More