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'He's the equivalent of Kevin De Bruyne in this squad': England fans are delighted after Gareth Southgate selects James Maddison for the World Cup but express confusion over Conor Gallagher's inclusion

England fans have expressed their delight at James Maddison's inclusion in Gareth Southgate's squad for the World Cup, but many are confused as to why Conor Gallagher has been selected.

Maddison has impressed with six goals and four assists in the league for Leicester this season but has frequently been overlooked by Southgate for past England squads.

However, the 25-year-old, who has one England cap, will be heading to Qatar.

England fans are delighted Gareth Southgate named James Maddison in his World Cup squad
However, some fans are confused as to why Conor Gallagher was named in the squad

One fan wrote: 'Southgate finally picked Maddison!! Get in!!! It's Coming Home!