England and Wales up and running at World Cup amid off-pitch concerns for fans

The Three Lions comfortably overcame Iran 6-2 to head straight to the top of group B

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For England, the high-scoring start boosted hopes among fans of a successful tournament, with Jude Bellingham catching the eye with a dominant display and Bukayo Saka’s double paving the way to victory.Gareth Bale sparked emotional scenes in the stands among Wales fans as his penalty helped his country get something from their first game at the World Cup since 1958.

It came just hours after England and Wales, along with other European nations, confirmed they would not be wearing the anti-discrimination One Love rainbow armbands after governing body Fifa threatened sporting sanctions. Off the pitch, concerns were raised about the stress-testing and readiness of procedures in place for the tournament.

Fifa acknowledged some fans were experiencing issues while Free Lions, the Football Supporters’ Association team that provides travel and logistical advice to fans, also offered guidance.

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