England's subs can be key against France, says Hoddle
LONDON: England's depth on the substitutes bench could tip the balance in their favour in Saturday's (Dec 10) World Cup quarter-final against France, according to former manager Glenn Hoddle.
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England have more belief they can win World Cup than in 2018, says Kane
AL RAYYAN, Qatar : England were still unsure of their full potential when they reached the World Cup semi-finals in Russia four years ago but have now built belief over the years that they can finally win the tournament, skipper Harry Kane said on Friday.
Sterling back in training for England
Raheem Sterling was back in training for England on Friday after returning to Qatar ahead of Saturday’s World Cup quarter-final with France.
Gareth Southgate insists Ben White's departure should remain private amid reports of bust-up in camp
Gareth Southgate said it is important that Ben White's departure from the World Cup for personal reasons is "respected" after a report emerged of an alleged bust-up with England assistant Steve Holland.
Kieran Trippier wary of Antoine Griezmann threat amid focus on Kylian Mbappe
While much of the focus has been on how to find a way to halt France star Kylian Mbappe, England full-back Kieran Trippier has underlined the importance of foiling former neighbour and team-mate Antoine Griezmann.
England midfielder Phillips ready if needed for France game
AL WAKRAH, Qatar : England midfielder Kalvin Phillips's World Cup debut remained on hold with Declan Rice back in training on Thursday and ready for the Three Lions quarter-final showdown with France on Saturday.
England’s Sterling to return to Qatar
DOHA: England forward Raheem Sterling is to return to the World Cup in Qatar on Friday after spending time in England following a robbery at his home, England’s Football Association said on Thursday. “Raheem Sterling will return to England’s World Cup base in Qatar. The Chelsea forward temporarily left to attend to a family matter but is now expected to rejoin the squad in Al Wakrah on Friday ahead of the quarter-final with France,” the FA said in a statement.
France hoping Mbappe will be enough to match England's impressive depth
DOHA : All eyes will be on Kylian Mbappe once again as France take on England in a mouthwatering World Cup quarter-final clash but the defending champions must hope their lack of options from the bench will not be exposed on Saturday.