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Ben Chilwell targets starting spot at World Cup after 'difficult' period in career

Chelsea's Ben Chilwell wants to be England's first-choice left-back at the World Cup after what he describes as a "difficult" period in his career.

The 25-year-old did not play at Euro 2020 and, after a positive start to last season, then missed six months following knee surgery.

However, he returned as a last-minute substitute for Chelsea's final game of the season.

"I've dreamed of playing in a World Cup since I can remember," he said.

"To know it's just around corner, is more motivation for me to try and seal that spot down, not just for me but my family, especially after the Euros which was a pretty difficult time for me.