Gareth Southgate on the omissions from his England squad

Gareth Southgate has announced his squad for the final round of World Cup qualifiers. Jadon Sancho was left out but Marcus Rashford, Trent Alexander-Arnold, Harry Maguire and Jude Bellingham have been included.

Speaking about Sancho and Manchester United teammate Jesse Lingard's ommission, Southgate said: 'They just are not playing a lot of football compared to the players in their position. I know people say I am inconsistent but I think I am actually quite consistent – if you are playing regularly you have a better chance of us assessing you.'

[hankjones]

Can't believe the hate this man gets from some England 'fans'. A world cup semi and a final loss (to 'amazing' Italy that had to win on penalties) means he is our most successful manager for 50 years. And yet some are calling for the sack. Its ridiculous, I don't agree with some of his decisions but I've learnt that more often than not Southgate knows best.