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England's Maguire defends ‘knee-slide’ goal celebration against Albania

England's Harry Maguire celebrates after he scores his side's first goal during the World Cup 2022 group I qualifying soccer match between England and Albania at Wembley Stadium in London, Friday, November 12, 2021. [AP, Ian Walton]

England defender Harry Maguire defended his goal celebration during Friday's World Cup qualifying victory over Albania which former players described as over the top and unnecessary following his poor performances for Manchester United.

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