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Casey Evans

Harry Maguire 'shocks' former England goalkeeper ahead of France World Cup clash

When Harry Maguire was selected for the World Cup squad, many fans questioned Gareth Southgate's decision.

The 29-year-old had lost his starting spot at Manchester United to Lisandro Martinez and Raphael Varane, and was still in poor form. But given how he had played for England in the past, Southgate decided he still could be relied on in Qatar.

Maguire was selected ahead of Serie A winner Fikayo Tomori which many fans couldn't understand but Maguire has repaid his manager's confidence in him with a number of outstanding performances.

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