England 2022 World Cup Squad: Aaron Ramsdale, Nick Pope Pose Major Competition to Jordan Pickford

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Jordan Pickford believes that his competition with Arsenal shot-stopper Aaron Ramsdale and Nick Pope gives him and England the best platform to improve going into the Qatar World Cup.

Ramsdale’s form for Arsenal this season presents the first major challenge to Pickford as England’s No 1, a role the Everton goalkeeper has occupied since 2018.

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But Pickford was full of praise for the 24-year-old, speaking at a press conference at St George’s Park on Tuesday afternoon.

“Yeah ‘Rams’ has had a really good season, first season at Arsenal and he’s been unbelievable,” Pickford said. “But for me, it’s always concentrating on yourself as well.

“You always want challenges, as a footballer, you always want to be getting pushed. I really enjoy those challenges, and I want to be number one for England for longer."