3 potential formations for England at the 2018 World Cup 

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Southgate must find a formation to get the best out of Kane, Alli and Sterling

The out of fashion 4-4-2

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The most used football formation has suddenly gone out of fashion. But this 4-4-2 is possibly England's most balanced lineup. Walker and Rose on either wing make the team balanced defensively and they are excellent going forward as well.

Dier and Henderson ensure midfield stability and both have the ability to find the right pass. Two defensive central midfielders also means that Stones can play with the ball which he quite likes to.

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The Out of Fashion 4-4-2

Sterling won't find this system to his liking as he would have to do his defensive duties as well. But it gives Southgate a chance to play Rashford. With all the focus on this team being on Kane - Rashford might just be the player to make a telling difference in a game. He has the ability to come up with crucial goals and to perform at the big stage.

Dare we forget he scored on his Premier League, Champions League, Europa League, England and England Under 21s debut.

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