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Explained: Why ALL squad players must join World Cup pre-match anthems

FIFA has announced a significant protocol modification that will see every squad member take part in the pre-match national anthems at the upcoming World Cup. Moving away from traditional sporting custom, football's global governing body has mandated that both starting line-ups and substitutes congregate together on the pitch ahead of kick-off.

Yamal & the NXGN wonderkids to watch at the World Cup

The World Cup is now less than a week away, with teams currently making their final preparations for the tournament in North America. The stage is set for a whole host of players to make themselves national heroes, including some of the most exciting youngsters in the game today.

Mexico v Australia - International Friendly

Mexico player ratings: Vazquez shines in win over Australia

Johan Vazquez scored and delivered Mexico's best performance as El Tri edged Australia 1-0 at the Rose Bowl. GOAL rates every player after an uneven display that offered Javier Aguirre valuable World Cup roster clues ahead of his final squad announcement.

Pos	Team	P	W	D	L	F	A	+/-	PTS	Form
5	Igalo	36	13	7	16	40	38	2	46	L L W L W
6	FK Iskra	36	12	7	17	36	48	-12	43	W L W D D
7	Kom	36	12	5	19	52	58	-6	41	L W W W L
8	FK Lovcen	36	10	11	15	36	58	-22	41	L W L D D
9	FK Internacional	36	7	11	18	36	61	-25	32	L L L D W

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