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Michael Mutch

INSANE: West ham s declan rice issues france verdict amid confident england message for world cup clash | Rare Historical Photos

West Ham midfielder Declan Rice is confident can pull off a win against World Cup holders France in the quarter-finals.

The Three Lions go up against the winners in Russia 2018 after topping Group B in Qatar with wins against Iran (6-2) and Wales (3-0) and a goalless draw against USA. Gareth Southgate’s side booked their place in the last eight after a comfortable 3-0 victory versus Senegal.

France were one of the first teams to reach the knockout stage after victories against Australia (4-1) and Denmark (2-1) in their opening two Group D fixtures. But the French have been one of many victims of a shock in Qatar after losing 1-0 against Tunisia in their final group game.

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