There is a relaxed atmosphere at England's Al Wakrah HQ as they begin preparations for their opener against Iran on Monday
“It’s going to take a lot,” James Maddison said later. “There are so many nations who are strong. We all know that, we are all on the same page and we are all excited.
“The majority of the lads play in Europe as well, where the games are every three to four days, so I don’t think it’s going to be a fitness problem or anything like that. After Holland’s address they hit the ground with more like a light jog, plus some stretching and mobilising, at one point the Islamic Call to Prayer loudly ringing out.All 26 of the squad were able to take part in the first session, including Manchester City pair Kyle Walker and Kalvin Phillips, who are both recovering from injuries and are expected to miss the first game, but play a part later in the group stage.
The players had the warmest welcome on landing in Doha, arriving at their nearby Souq Al Wakrah Hotel around 8pm on Tuesday night, each player handed a roses when they entered the lobby.
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