Southgate says Qatar issues will be addressed at World Cup

By JAMES ROBSON
AP Soccer Writer

MANCHESTER, England (AP) — England coach Gareth Southgate doesn’t expect his players to refrain from speaking up about issues regarding human rights during the World Cup in Qatar. Speaking at the announcement of his 26-man squad for the tournament in Qatar he added that a decision is yet to be made over whether his team will take a knee before games. FIFA wants participating nations to focus on soccer at the World Cup despite concerns over attitudes towards LGBTQ fans and the treatment of migrant workers.