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Will City players feature for England in their opener

By James Fudge

England's forward Phil Foden takes part in a training session at the Al Wakrah SC Stadium in Al Wakrah, south of Doha on November 17, 2022, ahead of the Qatar 2022 World Cup football tournament. (Photo by Paul ELLIS / AFP) (Photo by PAUL ELLIS/AFP via Getty Images)
England's forward Phil Foden takes part in a training session at the Al Wakrah SC Stadium in Al Wakrah, south of Doha on November 17, 2022, ahead of the Qatar 2022 World Cup football tournament. (Photo by Paul ELLIS / AFP) (Photo by PAUL ELLIS/AFP via Getty Images) /
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DOHA, QATAR – NOVEMBER 19: Eric Dier speaks to the media during the England Press Conference at Al Wakrah Stadium on November 19, 2022 in Doha, Qatar. (Photo by Alex Pantling/Getty Images)
DOHA, QATAR – NOVEMBER 19: Eric Dier speaks to the media during the England Press Conference at Al Wakrah Stadium on November 19, 2022 in Doha, Qatar. (Photo by Alex Pantling/Getty Images) /

Jordan Pickford
The goalkeeper has been the least in-form goalkeeper in the squad conceding goals in a leaky Everton side, however, appears to be Southgate’s favourite due to his ball-playing skills. Would like to see Ramsdale given an early opportunity following his form with Arsenal.

Kieran Trippier
The full-back gets a start ahead of Kyle Walker following the City’s full-back’s injury troubles. Should he be fit then I would have predicted our favourite right back. Can’t see Trent Alexander-Arnold being involved throughout the tournament.

John Stones
Our first of the City players featuring and the strongest defender in the team. Nailed on for a starting place for me.

Harry Maguire
Would personally have Eric Dier, alongside Stones, but we all know Maguire is a manager’s favourite and his selection not going to reflect his form. Hoping for an inspired form, similar to Euro 2020, should he get the nod though.

Luke Shaw
The left-back is the only option should Trippier start at right-back.

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