World Cup 2022 England v Senegal preview

England v Senegal World Cup guide – the fixtures, results, team news and odds

England put their frustrating draw with the USA firmly behind them with a comfortable 3-0 win over Wales on Tuesday, ensuring they topped Group B.

Next up for Gareth Southgate’s side is Senegal in the Round-of-16. Senegal pipped Ecuador to second place in Group A thanks to a Kalidou Koulibaly volley.

The ‘Three Lions’ have come through five of their seven second-round ties at the World Cup and could meet world champions France in the quarter-finals if they win.

When is England v Senegal at the 2022 World Cup?

England’s second-round clash with Senegal takes place at Al Bayt Stadium in Al Khor on Sunday, 4th December. Kick-off is at 19:00 GMT.

The two sides have never met in a senior international before. Of the previous 12 times England’s first meeting with a country has come at a World Cup they have won seven (D4 L1).

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What are the odds on England v Senegal at the 2022 World Cup?

In all competitions, England have never lost against an African side (W14 D6). That is reflected in the odds, with the ‘Three Lions’ favourites to qualify.

Senegal are 3/1 to qualify for the quarter-finals, while a draw after 90 minutes is 14/5. It’s 8/1 England win in extra-time, like they did against Cameroon in 1990, and 12/1 they need a penalty shootout to progress.

Marcus Rashford’s double against Wales saw him finish as England’s top scorer in the group stages. The Manchester United forward netted three times in 107 minutes of action. It’s 8/5 he nets at any time against Senegal to become the first United player to score four times at a major tournament for England.

Harry Kane is yet to find his goalscoring boots at the tournament. The England captain remains two goals behind Wayne Rooney’s record. It’s 23/20 he closes that gap and 13/2 he nets two or more.

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What is the latest England team news and injury news?

Ben White has left the England camp to return home due to personal reasons, so Gareth Southgate has 25 players at his disposal for the Senegal game.

Harry Kane, Kyle Walker and Declan Rice were all replaced before the hour against Wales to protect them for the knockout stages. They should all start against Senegal.

Southgate’s main decision will be about who plays in support of Kane, with Marcus Rashford’s double against Wales surely putting him at the top of the list. Phil Foden, Bukayo Saka, Jack Grealish and Raheem Sterling are all in contention too.

Who are England’s key players?

England’s spine remains fairly consistent with Jordan Pickford, John Stones, Harry Maguire, Declan Rice and Harry Kane starting all three group games. Marcus Rashford has looked back to his best at the tournament, netting three times – including a sensational free-kick against Wales. Jude Bellingham’s performances have only enhanced his growing reputation.

What are the odds on England to win the 2022 World Cup?

England are 15/2 to win the World Cup and claim a first men’s international trophy since Bobby Moore skippered the ‘Three Lions’ to Wembley victory in 1966. After reaching the semis and final at their last two major tournaments, the hope is that England can go one better this winter. The Lionesses showed the way by winning Euro 2022; now it’s over to the men’s side to see what they can do on the biggest stage.

Who is the England manager?

Gareth Southgate is England’s head coach, having taken the reins after Sam Allardyce’s departure. Despite being in charge for less than two years by the time the 2018 World Cup rolled round, Southgate oversaw England’s best performance in decades as they reached the semi-final. They even won a penalty shootout!

Sadly, they could not repeat that against Italy in the Euro 2020 final, falling at the final hurdle. Nonetheless, Southgate’s achievements in guiding the ‘Three Lions’ to genuine trophy contention should be lauded, and he has introduced a slew of talented young players into the team.