England affirm they will take the knee in World Cup opener vs Iran

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England have affirmed they will be taking the knee in their initial World Cup bunch stage game against Iran on Monday.

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Much has been made of what steps the Three Lions will take to battle issues encompassing variety and imbalance in Qatar.

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The act of taking the knee has been largely reduced in the Premier League this season.

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"It's what we stand for as a team," he explained: "Of course we understand in the Premier League that the clubs have only decided to do that for certain games, big occasions. We feel this is the biggest."

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Southgate added: "We think it is a strong statement that will go around the world, for young people in particular, to see inclusivity is very important."

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England have stooped before games constantly under Southgate regardless of the Premier League embracing a more decreased way to deal with the activity.

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