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How Many Places Are Up for Grabs for This Opening Game?

Gareth Southgate's squad numbers came out yesterday. James Madison, Cannon Wilson and Kellen Walsner all included. But does it actually mean anything? We know Jordan Pickford is going to start in goal. Harry Maguire at 95% certain to start at center back probably alongside Jon Stones. Raheem Sterling is probably going to start on one wing. Harry Kane down the middle. So how many places are there actually up for grabs for this opening game? I think that's a key question.

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