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Tom Blow

Alan Shearer says Gareth Southgate must pick England "game-changer" in World Cup opener

Gareth Southgate Alan Shearer England World Cup Kieran Trippier Trent AlexanderArnold EPL Newcastle Kyle Walker Qatar

Alan Shearer has urged Gareth Southgate to start Kieran Trippier in England's World Cup opener against Iran on November 21.

Trippier, 32, is enjoying a superb campaign, scoring one goal and providing four assists in 15 appearances for Newcastle. His form has helped Eddie Howe's side concede just 11 Premier League goals this season - the joint-best record in the competition with Arsenal.

Southgate could have a number of right-backs to choose from - including Trippier, Kyle Walker and Trent Alexander-Arnold. Yet Newcastle legend Shearer believes Trippier must start for the Three Lions in Qatar because of his impressive form at club level.

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