AS WE get set for a mid-season World Cup in Qatar, there seems to be an air of negativity in some quarters about England’s chances.
True, a run of six games without a win is hardly something to be happy about, but Gareth Southgate’s troops haven’t become a bad team overnight.
There were glimpses of what England can do in their 3-3 draw with Germany in late September and fans around the country will be hoping they can build on that when they kick off their campaign against Iran on November 21. With Wales and the USA also in the group, it’s got added spice. ...