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Kane starts in USA clash, Southgate names unchanged XI

Unknown quantity, 3-cap holder Haji Wright only USA change

Update : 26 Nov 2022, 12:47 AM

England boss Gareth Southgate named an unchanged team as Harry Kane was fit to start Friday's World Cup Group B clash with the United States in Doha.

Kane suffered an injury to his right ankle in the second half of England's 6-2 win against Iran in their group opener Monday.

The Tottenham Hotspur striker, who has a long history of ankle problems, was sent for a scan Wednesday, sparking fears he might be set for a spell on the sidelines.

But England captain Kane was able to return to training and took his place in the team after Southgate admitted it would be bold decision to leave out his talisman.

Manchester United defender Harry Maguire was also fit to start for England after coming off against Iran with an illness.

United States coach Gregg Berhalter made a surprise change as Haji Wright started up front in place of Josh Sargent at Al Bayt Stadium.

Antalyaspor striker Wright had made just three previous appearances for the USA after making his debut earlier this year.

England (4-2-3-1)

Jordan Pickford; Kieran Trippier, John Stones, Harry Maguire, Luke Shaw; Declan Rice, Jude Bellingham; Bukayo Saka, Mason Mount, Raheem Sterling; Harry Kane

Coach: Gareth Southgate (England)

USA (4-3-3)

Matt Turner; Sergino Dest, Walker Zimmerman, Tim Ream, Antonee Robinson; Tyler Adams, Weston McKennie, Yunus Musah; Tim Weah, Haji Wright, Christian Pulisic

Coach: Gregg Berhalter (USA)

Referee: Jesus Valenzuela (Venezuela)

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