It appears from reports this morning that Gareth Southgate will name an unchanged eleven for England’s Group B clash against The United States this evening. The Chronicle is one of the outlets reporting of a ‘leaked’ teamsheet that shows no changes from the 6-2 win over Iran.
There was some consternation this week over the fitness of striker Harry Kane. The 28-year-old took a heavy challenge against Iran and was subbed off for Callum Wilson. Kane underwent a scan on his ankle a few days ago which came back clear.
Southgate hinted yesterday that Kane would start against the States saying:
“Harry Kane is good. He came through tests with no problems. It would be a brave decision to leave him out of the starting team.
“All teams have the same recovery period. It is a little shorter than in previous tournaments. Only will only benefit us if we get through the group stages, where we might have a longer period to recover as you get through the competition.”
If Southgate keeps with the eleven that soundly downed Iran, it’ll be another cap for Kieran Trippier. The right-back carried his excellent Newcastle form to Qatar as he was superb in Monday’s win.
England are the heavy favorites to advance from their group. Wales and the USA battled to a 1-1 draw on Monday. The Welsh face Iran in today’s early match as manager Rob Page makes one change with Kieffer Moore in for Daniel James.
The World Cup got underway for two other Magpies on Thursday. Fabian Schar was an unused substitute in Switzerland’s 1-0 win over Cameroon. Bruno Guimaraes also didn’t get on the pitch as Brazil beat Serbia 2-0 on two Richarlison strikes. Both countries are well-placed in Group G for Monday’s showdown.
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169 comments so far
lesh
Nov 25, 2022 at 11:47 AM
Comment #81TDS
Let’s not get into an argument eh
dazzler
Nov 25, 2022 at 11:47 AM
Comment #82That’s a red that. Awful.
JohnJ
Nov 25, 2022 at 11:48 AM
Comment #83I presume that means Hennessy is suspended against England!
ToonDarnSarf
Nov 25, 2022 at 11:48 AM
Comment #84Lesh – that’s what I’m asking of you mate…
ToonDarnSarf
Nov 25, 2022 at 11:50 AM
Comment #85JohnJ – Ward is a decent keeper too mind you. Not sure there’s too much between them to be honest.
lesh
Nov 25, 2022 at 11:53 AM
Comment #86Yes TDS, I had worked that out but I’m not nor have any intention of arguing.
JohnJ
Nov 25, 2022 at 11:56 AM
Comment #87Iran have had Wales under the cosh at times!
Toon fans bad
Nov 25, 2022 at 11:56 AM
Comment #88Dazzler,
I get what you’re saying ref. Iran however they just weren’t allowed to operate like this against us. It’s pretty much why I worry about when/if we come across a better team the Southgate goes with 2 DM’s again and throttles us by doing so.
cleveleysbob
Nov 25, 2022 at 12:00 PM
Comment #89Don’t know what Hennessy was thinking? Coming out and challenging with your boot head high isn’t a good idea. 😉
And there’s a goal for Iran.
Toon fans bad
Nov 25, 2022 at 12:00 PM
Comment #90Ooft
DrGloom
Nov 25, 2022 at 12:00 PM
Comment #91Fenham – i wouldn’t defend the queen (rip) , I defended my country so wankers could have free speech – something you seem averse to
Toon fans bad
Nov 25, 2022 at 12:01 PM
Comment #92Helluva strike!
dazzler
Nov 25, 2022 at 12:01 PM
Comment #93Cracking goal, and totally deserve the win.
cleveleysbob
Nov 25, 2022 at 12:02 PM
Comment #942 – 0
magicmac54
Nov 25, 2022 at 12:02 PM
Comment #95Wow brilliant goal there for Iran and fully deserved as they have clearly have been the best team, and they have just added another game shot and match.
JohnJ
Nov 25, 2022 at 12:02 PM
Comment #96Full time
Wales 0 – Iran 2
They’ll be tears in the valleys
Have to say it was a cracking goal mind!
Sucker punch for the second Iran goal.
Toon fans bad
Nov 25, 2022 at 12:04 PM
Comment #97DrGloom,
Aye, 23 yrs of my life so little f@cktards like the Mort/Jedi can bump their footin gums at anybody anytime they want
cleveleysbob
Nov 25, 2022 at 12:04 PM
Comment #98I’ve been singing C’mon Iran to the tune of Come on Eileen all morning, stuck in my head now, driving me nuts 😀
the crown princes nashers
Nov 25, 2022 at 12:04 PM
Comment #99well well well, well done iran fully deserved win, wales the worst team ive seen at this world cup, bale retire your times up they are absolute shit
the crown princes nashers
Nov 25, 2022 at 12:05 PM
Comment #100the toon would hammer the shit out of wales 🙂
dazzler
Nov 25, 2022 at 12:06 PM
Comment #101If I cheered for Iran’s two goals does that dispel the media myth that toon fans are pro Saudi?
cleveleysbob
Nov 25, 2022 at 12:07 PM
Comment #102Tfb, the downside of free speech unfortunately! You have to allow idiots and Imbeciles to speak their minds too. 😉
the crown princes nashers
Nov 25, 2022 at 12:08 PM
Comment #103bob
stop having a go at our politicians and councillors there no need for it 🙂 😉
cleveleysbob
Nov 25, 2022 at 12:09 PM
Comment #104Simple now, win tonight and we’re through. The rest don’t matter.
the crown princes nashers
Nov 25, 2022 at 12:10 PM
Comment #105divint think it be an easy match tonight like the yanks be up for it, mind if wales can draw with them anything is possible 🙂
cleveleysbob
Nov 25, 2022 at 12:10 PM
Comment #106TCPN, that made me chuckle! 😀
Fenham to Chalfont
Nov 25, 2022 at 12:12 PM
Comment #107DrGloom,
I was in 45 Commando’s Royal Marines and when we joined/signed up to the British Army we swore an “Oath of Allegiance” not to the government of the day, but to our Queen of the day and her successors now King Charles III…
Your post #90 is a disgrace tbh and points me to believe that you must have been part of the brass band of the Salvation Army. You’ll have a busy time coming up with Christmas on the horizon.
Yet another leftie loony mask has slipped. Such a bunch of toxic people!
Toon fans bad
Nov 25, 2022 at 12:13 PM
Comment #108Feel sorry for the Welsh, gave it a good go. Need better midfield players maybe.
What will the yanks do now, come for the result or go for a draw and leave it to their last game against Iran?
Interesting to see how they set up.
dazzler
Nov 25, 2022 at 12:17 PM
Comment #109If he served in the military does it really matter who he personally fought for?
The fact he served deserves respect IMO, whether it was for Queen, Country or both.
Flurzinho
Nov 25, 2022 at 12:19 PM
Comment #110A win for England tonight and we top the group.
I just hope Southgate is not too defensive.
Fenham to Chalfont
Nov 25, 2022 at 12:19 PM
Comment #111dazzler
You don’t get it. If you were a military man you would.
Toon fans bad
Nov 25, 2022 at 12:25 PM
Comment #112Fenham,
Different folk have different reasons why they join up. While I am pro-monarchy, it was the lack of decent employment that led me up them steps in Gunner House pal.
Of course when you sign that blank cheque for everything up to and including your life, you’re doing it for all citizens, the queen being one of them.
dazzler
Nov 25, 2022 at 12:27 PM
Comment #113FTC,
You’re right, I’m not. But Dr Gloom is and he doesn’t share your viewpoint and has a different stance on why he served.
In reality, you both did and both deserve respect for it IMV. It’s a courageous and dangerous job regardless of your reasons for signing up. Pro-monarchy or not you still put your health and life on the line to serve.
Toon fans bad
Nov 25, 2022 at 12:28 PM
Comment #114Carltoon,
Got that airfryer yet? I’m leaning towards the Cosori ones now!
Raj of Hailsley
Nov 25, 2022 at 12:30 PM
Comment #115Iran thoroughly deserved that. Remember when Sanchez took out Wilson and denied him a goal. Ok, they were punished with ten men for twenty minutes but that’s not difficult in such a short time. I think the FK should be taken with no keeper in those circumstances OR a penalty no matter where the offence takes place.
Toon fans bad
Nov 25, 2022 at 12:35 PM
Comment #116Jail,
It met the criteria for violent conduct for sure so straight red. The ref from Guatemala initially thought differently as he probably sees that every week! The defender was probably far enough back to cover so only a yellow in the refs eyes. VAR man persuaded him otherwise, could see him talking when he was looking at monitor. Another plus for the VAR I reckon.
Mort
Nov 25, 2022 at 12:40 PM
Comment #117More like Dads Army for DrGloom and TFB.
For 23 years TFB was touring Asia acting like his idol Gary Glitter.
Raj of Hailsley
Nov 25, 2022 at 12:45 PM
Comment #118Mort slowly gathering more rope……
Raj of Hailsley
Nov 25, 2022 at 12:46 PM
Comment #119Tfb,
Don’t you think he just bottled it knowing VAR would come to his rescue, which they did.
Mort
Nov 25, 2022 at 12:46 PM
Comment #120Is Raj supporting Holland today?