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Mark Mann-Bryans, PA, Al Khor

Kieran Trippier understands England frustrations but says USA draw was 'good point'

Kieran Trippier understands why England fans jeered the team following their goalless draw with the United States but insists they will be ready for a "battle" against Wales.

Having started their World Cup campaign with a 6-2 thrashing of Iran, England regressed in Friday's meeting with the US, who were the better side in a Group B meeting which ended in stalemate. Gareth Southgate's side are still firm favourites to advance into the round of 16 but a tepid display, with just one meaningful shot on target, left supporters unhappy and boos were heard inside the Al Bayt Stadium at full-time.

"Of course the fans want to see goals and to win matches," said Trippier when asked about the mixed reaction. "But all I can say to that is that the commitment from the boys is there, we give 100 percent in every single game.

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