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Arsenal star Saka excited ahead of England clash with France

Arsenal star Bukayo Saka is relishing his nation's clash against France at the World Cup.

The Three Lions have booked their spot in the World Cup quarter finals after beating Senegal on Sunday.

England and Saka will now take on Kylian Mbappe and France for a place in the semi final.

“The rivalry in this World Cup is big - two nations that have performed exceptionally well," the Arsenal winger told reporters.

“We've followed them and we see the quality they have. it's going to be an exciting game.

“Obviously we know the quality they have, but we know our own quality also. We just have to play our best game."

He went on to add: "I think of course this [England] team has a lot players that have played in big tournaments - a lot of tournament experience. The last few tournaments we've done well.

“When the big games come we have a lot of players that know what they need to do."

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