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ENGLAND's young squad have really impressed at this summer's World Cup.

Gareth Southgate has been blessed with real strength in depth - and one of the players to have an impact from the bench is Tottenham's Danny Rose.

 You may have noticed that Rose has a number of holes in his socks
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You may have noticed that Rose has a number of holes in his socksCredit: AFP

Why does Danny Rose have holes in his socks?

YOU might have noticed that Rose has a number of holes in the back of his socks.

This is a relatively new craze and is done to relieve the tightness on players bulging calf muscles. Really.

The holes help to relieve the tightness on the calves and not restrict blood flow, which in theory helps with preventing cramp late in games.

Gareth Bale and West Ham's Arthur Masuaku both showcased the look last season.

 The holes are meant to prevent problems brought on by tight socks
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The holes are meant to prevent problems brought on by tight socksCredit: Reuters

How many World Cup games has he played?

ROSE has started two games at the World Cup, both against Belgium.

The Spurs star came into the tournament fighting it out for a spot with Ashley Young, who has been preferred at left-back by Gareth Southgate.

He was on the field for the full 90 minutes in the group stages, whilst he came off the bench three times against Croatia, Colombia and Panama.


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