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      Ex-Arsenal boss Arsene Wenger tips England to reach ‘at least semi-final’ of World Cup.. if they forget about shaky 2022

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      ARSENE Wenger says England will reach the World Cup last four – if they can banish their inner doubts.The former Arsenal boss, now Fifa’s head of global football development, is backing Gareth Southgate’s side to go deep in what he predicts will be the “World Cup of the last chance – and the high press”.
      Arsene Wenger has backed England to go far into the tournamentCredit: Getty
      England have endured a rough 2022Credit: Getty
      Gareth Southgate led the Three Lions to the semi-final in 2018Credit: Getty
      Wenger, the leader of the World Cup Technical Study Group, told SunSport: “If you look at the last few years, England should be in the semi-finals at least.
      “They got to the semi-finals in Russia and then the Final in the Euros.
      “But the doubt comes from what has happened over the past year.
      “If they can get over that doubt in their own minds, they have the team that is good enough to reach the semi-finals.”
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      Faith in Southgate’s team, or at least their skipper, is shared by Germany legend Jurgen Klinsmann.
      The former Spurs striker said: “I will be interested in the No 9s in the tournament.
      “I really suffer when I hear the phrase “false 9” so I’m hoping for the real No 9s to get some goals here – and I’m looking at Harry Kane.”
      Wenger added: “In Russia four years ago it was all about a deep defensive line and counter-attacking.
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      “This time it will be about the high press, the teams that can play out and have that courage, or the ones who go long.
      “I expect to see the teams who want the ball being the most successful.
      “But this is also a last chance tournament for the players who have dominated football for the last 15 years.
      “You think about Ronaldo and Messi but there is also Neymar, Modric and Lewandowski, and some others.
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      “There will not be another World Cup for them. It’s now or never.
      “This is that last opportunity to show the world they deserve to win it and so these big players will have pressure on their shoulders and we will see how they cope with that.” More

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      World Cup 2022 – Group E fixtures, results, tables and UK TV channels for Germany, Spain, Japan and Costa Rica

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      IN the lead up to Qatar, SunSport have been taking a look at what we can expect from each World Cup Group.Group E particularly draws the eye with European heavyweights Germany and Spain battling it out.
      Neither country quite reached the heights predicted of them in the 2018 World Cup.
      After being crowned Champions in 2014, Germany crashed out at the group stages in 2018Credit: EPA
      2010 Champions Spain also underperformed, losing to hosts Russia on penalties in the Round of 16.Credit: Getty – Contributor
      However, with an array of talented players in their armoury, both teams have the potential to go all the way this time round.
      To add to the drama, Costa Rica and Japan will be planning to upset in Group E.
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      Which countries are in Group E?

      Germany
      Spain
      Costa Rica
      Japan

      Group E fixtures
      Wednesday November 23

      Germany vs Japan (1pm) ITV
      Spain vs Costa Rica (4pm) ITV

      Sunday November 27

      Japan vs Costa Rica (10am) ITV
      Spain vs Germany (7pm) BBC One

      Thursday 1st December

      Japan vs Spain (7pm) – ITV
      Costa Rica vs Germany (7pm) ITV

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      What TV channel are the games on?

      Germany vs Japan – ITV
      Spain vs Costa Rica – ITV
      Japan vs Costa Rica – ITV
      Spain vs Germany – BBC One
      Japan vs Spain – ITV
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      Group D fixtures, results, tables and UK TV channels for France, Denmark, Tunisia and Australia

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      WITH the World Cup just around the corner, SunSport have been looking at France’s competition in Group D.The reigning Champions will be hoping to make it two in a row in Qatar.
      France beat Croatia 4-2 in the 2018 World Cup final to lift the trophyCredit: AP
      Denmark reached the semi-finals of Euro 2020, where they were knocked out by England 2-1Credit: AFP
      Despite being favourites to win the group, all three other nations will be eyeing up a place in the Round of 16.
      Euro 2020 semi-finalists Denmark might be the biggest challenge to Didier Deschamps’ side.
      The Danish have already got the taste for victory against France, beating them twice in the Nations league over the summer.
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      Which countries are in Group D?

      France
      Denmark
      Tunisia
      Australia

      Group D fixtures
      Tuesday November 22

      Denmark vs Tunisia (1pm)
      France vs Australia (7pm)

      Saturday November 26

      Tunisia vs Australia (10am)
      France vs Denmark (4pm)

      Wednesday November 30

      Tunisia vs France (3pm)
      Australia vs Denmark (3pm)

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      What TV channel are the games on?

      Denmark vs Tunisia (ITV)
      France vs Australia (BBC One)
      Tunisia vs Australia (BBC One)
      France vs Denmark (ITV)
      Tunisia vs France (BBC One)
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      World Cup 2022: Group C fixtures, results, tables and UK TV channels for Argentina, Mexico, Poland and Saudi Arabia

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      THE World Cup is upon us and SunSport have been taking a look at two-time Champions’ Argentina’s competition in Group C.After falling at the final hurdle in 2014, Lionel Messi will know that this is likely to be his last chance at World Cup glory.
      Despite Messi winning the Golden Ball award, Argentina lost 1-0 to Germany in the 2014 World Cup finalCredit: PA
      This is likely to be Robert Lewandowski’s last World Cup at the age of 34Credit: Reuters
      South-American rivals Mexico, stand in their way in Group C.
      Whilst Robert Lewandowski’s Poland and Saudi Arabia make up the rest of the pack.
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      Who is in Group C?

      Argentina
      Saudi Arabia
      Mexico
      Poland

      Group C fixtures
      Tuesday November 22

      Argentina vs Saudi Arabia (10am)
      Mexico vs Poland (4pm)

      Saturday November 26

      Poland vs Saudi Arabia (1pm)
      Argentina Mexico (7pm)

      Wednesday November 30

      Poland vs Argentina (7pm)
      Saudi Arabia vs Mexico (7pm)

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      What TV channel are they on?

      Argentina vs Saudi Arabia (ITV)
      Mexico vs Poland (BBC One)
      Poland vs Saudi Arabia (ITV)
      Argentina vs Mexico (ITV)
      Poland vs Argentina (BBC One)
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      World Cup 2022 – Group B fixtures, results, tables and UK TV channels for England, Iran, USA and Wales

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      WITH the World Cup just around the corner, we’ve been taking a look at England’s competition in Group B.When the draw was announced, many England fans let out a sigh of relief, with no other team ranking inside the top 15.
      Last time England played USA at the World Cup was in the 2010 group stage, and the match finished 1-1Credit: Getty
      This is the first time Wales have qualified for the World Cup since 1958Credit: Reuters
      However, with the tournament fast approaching, nerves will be creeping into Three Lions supporters.
      Gareth Southgate’s first test is against Iran, the highest ranked side in Asia.
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      Group B teams

      England
      Iran
      USA
      Wales

      Group B fixtures
      Monday November 21

      England vs Iran (1pm)
      USA vs Wales (7pm)

      Friday November 25

      Wales vs Iran (10am)
      England vs USA (7pm)

      Tuesday November 29

      Iran vs USA (7pm)
      Wales vs England (7pm)

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      What TV channel are they on?

      England vs Iran (BBC One)
      USA vs Wales (ITV)
      Wales vs Iran (BBC One)
      England vs USA (ITV)
      Iran vs USA (BBC One)
      Wales vs England (BBC One)

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      Who is Trent Alexander-Arnold’s girlfriend Hannah Atkins and how long has she been dating the Liverpool star?

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      TRENT Alexander-Arnold hasn’t quite hit the heights of last season, coming under criticism from fans after a poor start to Liverpool’s campaign.However, the England star’s love life seems to be on the up, dating partner Hannah Atkins.
      Trent Alexander-Arnold is part of the England squad in QatarCredit: AFP
      Liverpool have had a difficult start to the Premier League season, sitting in sixth place, 15 points behind leaders ArsenalCredit: The Times
      Alexander-Arnold hasn’t always been top of Gareth Southgate’s list, only making 17 appearances for the national side.
      However, with injuries to Reece James and Ben Chilwell, the Liverpool right-back looks set to play an important role at the World Cup.
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      Who is Trent Alexander’s girlfriend Hannah Atkins?
      Hannah Atkins keeps her personal life under wraps, even opting for a private account on Instagram.
      Alexander-Arnold is also yet to confirm that they are dating, choosing to focus on football when using social media.
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      However, the pair were pictured together in Ibiza this summer, enjoying a romantic getaway.
      They were also spotted having lunch last year in Cheshire, following an injury to the Liverpool star that kept him out of Gareth the squad for the Euros.
      How long have they been dating?
      It is tough to put a timeline on the couple’s relationship. However, they have been snapped together since 2020.
      Alexander-Arnold was also rumoured to be dating Dua Lipa last year.
      However, he soon quashed the story, labelling it the ‘strangest gossip’ he has ever heard about himself on a podcast with fellow Liverpool full-back, Andy Robertson.
      Alexander-Arnold was rumoured to be dating pop star Dua Lipa last yearCredit: Getty
      Trent-Alexander Arnold has no children, unlike team-mates Declan Rice and Phil Foden.
      With no wedding plans on the horizon yet, the Liverpool star looks to be focusing on his football.
      And when he’s not playing, he has Hannah Atkins to keep him company. More

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      Who is Bukayo Saka’s girlfriend Tolami Benson and how long has she been dating the Arsenal star?

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      BUKAYO Saka has become one of England’s brightest prospects in recent years, and is likely to be key to Gareth Southgate’s World Cup plans.The Arsenal star appears to have some further support off the pitch too, dating long-term partner Tolami Benson.
      Tolami Benson on her InstagramCredit: Instagram
      Who is Bukayo Saka’s girlfriend Tolami Benson?
      Tolami Benson is 22-years of age, making her one year older than Bukayo Saka.
      Benson, who has 6,000 Instagram followers, is regularly spotted on social media relaxing on holiday, sometimes with the Arsenal ace by her side.
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      She is also quite the Gunners fan, posting pictures of herself in the shirt as well as following the club on Instagram.
      Tolami Benson wears an Arsenal jersey on her InstagramCredit: Instagram
      How long have they been dating?
      The pair are thought to have started dating in late 2020 but have kept their relationship secret until recently.
      They do not share pictures of them together, and don’t even follow each other on social media.
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      Dating rumours started when Benson posted a picture with someone in a mask last year.
      Tolami Benson on Instagram, with who fans believe is Bukayo SakaCredit: Instagram
      Their romance was later uncovered by fans in February, when the pair shared individual photos of themselves on a yacht in Dubai.
      However, neither are yet to actually confirm their relationship. More

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      Costa Rica national anthem: The Himno Nacional translated into English

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      THE World Cup is looming and many players have already made the trip to Qatar.Among those competing for World Cup glory are Central American side Costa Rica.
      Costa Rica beat New Zealand in the play-off final 1-0 to book their place in QatarCredit: AFP
      18-year-old Jewison Bennette has become a feature of Luis Fernando Suárez’s new-look sideCredit: Getty
      Fans will have fond memories of 2014, when they beat Uruguay and Italy to top their group.
      Head coach Luis Fernando Suárez will be hoping to surprise again this year. To do so, they will have to navigate past both Spain and Germany in a difficult Group E.
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      What are the lyrics to the Costa Rica national anthem?
      The Himno Nacional de Costa Rica was written by José María Zeledón Brenes, and made official in 1949.
      However, the music has been in place since 1852.
      The anthem reflects the country’s peaceful attitudes, and decision not to deploy an army.
      Here’s how it goes:

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      Verse 1
      Citizens, the sun of the freehas risen radiantly to the zenith;its splendour gives us the breathto win for the Fatherland or die.
      Verse 2
      Costa Rica broke the chainsthat bound her to foreign power;she let loose her own flag to the windand founded the empire of law.
      Verse 3
      Liberty proclaimed enthusiastically,Liberty in order and good;she girded the garland of progresson her virgin and innocent temple!
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      Chorus
      The ambition of a suspicious foreignertried to submit her to the yoke,outraged, the peoples rose up,and they cried: “Back off, invader!”
      And Walker’s enraged troopslistened, tempering their voices,for over them, the heroic battles,Costa Rica nailed her banner.
      Verse 4
      For long years thereupon heavenwanted to give us happiness and peaceand in its benign shadow, progressfounded national wealth.
      Verse 5
      Constant and active workgave the people, generous, breadand Guardia was, the circumscribed duty,Of the right of the people, the guardian.
      Chorus
      The greed of jealous brothersagitated in constant restlessness:let us not consciously livein peace, progress and light;
      And they challenge us to a fratricidal fightpreparing the traitorous arquebus;Come, then, so that injustice never More