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Raheem Sterling breaks Chelsea World Cup curse in dazzling England moment vs Iran

Raheem Sterling became the first English Chelsea player to score at a World Cup since Joe Cole against Sweden in 2006. The 16-year curse was ended by Sterling, who rounded off an incredible attacking move that included some neat play by Jude Bellingham and Harry Kane.

In a rampant first half by Gareth Southgate's side, England netted three goals to kickstart England's World Cup campaign in dazzling fashion.

Sterling was one of many England players who impressed in the first 59 minutes of a long first half. England began in a 4-3-3 with fellow Chelsea peer Mason Mount starting in a midfield trio alongside Declan Rice and the opening scorer Bellingham.

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