Assessing Gareth Southgate's key players for England at the 2022 World Cup

Gareth Southgate's England team is preparing for the 2022 World Cup in Qatar. Gareth Southgates' team reached the semi-finals of Russia 2018 and the final of last summer's Euros. England play Iran in their opening game. They are also favourites in the England vs USA betting odds.

England are preparing for the 2022 World Cup in Qatar. Gareth Southgate's team has been inconsistent in recent friendlies and the Nations League. They are favourites to win their opening game against Iran. Harry Kane and James Maddison are key players for England. They need to perform well to reach the knockout rounds. England reached the semi-finals of Russia 2018 and last summer's Euros. The Leicester City midfielder was in contention to miss the squad. He will be hoping to score more goals. His team-mate, Harry Kane, is also important. Both players are in fine form this season.