England better equipped to win World Cup than in 2018, claims Gareth Southgate

BETTER EQUIPPED: Gareth Southgate has led England to the World Cup quarter-finals. Pic: Adam Davy/PA

Gareth Southgate believes England are better prepared for World Cup success than four years ago and says mentality will be key in Saturday’s blockbuster quarter-final clash against holders France.

Having comfortably topped their group and swatted aside Senegal with ease in the round of 16, millions across the land will be tuning into Saturday’s mouthwatering encounter at Al Bayt Stadium.