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The Guardian - UK
The Guardian - UK
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Sean Ingle at Al Bayt Stadium

England lose Raheem Sterling but beat Senegal to set up clash with France

Harry Kane of England celebrates with teammates after scoring their second goal against Senegal
Harry Kane of England celebrates with teammates after scoring their second goal against Senegal. Photograph: Eddie Keogh/The FA/Getty Images

In a World Cup that has teased and confounded expectations, England march mercilessly on. A familiar blend of the Stakhanovite and the sublime saw off Senegal, the champions of Africa. Now France, the reigning world champions, await in the quarter-finals next Saturday – along with the world’s most thrilling player, Kylian Mbappé.

England will be underdogs there, for sure. But the ruthlessness and efficiency of this 3-0 victory against Senegal, and the way they emerged from a sticky start to dominate, has laid down a significant marker.

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