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The Independent UK
The Independent UK
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Miguel Delaney

Gareth Southgate ‘worried’ over England penalty situation at World Cup

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Gareth Southgate will seek dialogue with Fifa for "clarity" on rules on penalties at the World Cup, after what England felt were inconsistent application of the laws for penalties in the 6-2 win over Iran.

Harry Maguire appeared to have been man-handled in the box during the first half, but the incident didn't even go to VAR despite teams having been warned that was precisely the sort of moment that would be penalised.

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