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Everton star Pickford makes encouraging statement ahead of the World Cup

Everton goalkeeper Jordan Pickford believes that he is ready to be the England first-choice keeper during the World Cup in Russia this month.

Pickford is currently the favorite to wear the Three Lions number one jersey and started during Gareth Southgate’s sides 2-1 win over Nigeria during the past weekend. Southgate also said after the match that the selection choice was “a bit of a statement”.

Pickford did not do his chances any harm and he churned out a decent display against the African giants.

The first-choice position is expected to be a battle between Jack Butland and Pickford.