Mount’s stance on taking World Cup penalties for England

Chelsea star Mason Mount has insisted he’s got the courage to take a penalty for England at the World Cup – despite missing in the shootout in the FA Cup final earlier in the year. The playmaker will be going to Qatar after being named in Gareth Southgate’s squad for the tournament this winter. And he’s now spoken to Express Sport about the upcoming competition as the Three Lions look to go all the way.England and penalties just don’t mix.The Three Lions have won just two of their shootouts over the years, a success rate of 22 per cent, with last summer’s defeat to Italy in the European Championships still raw and fresh in the minds of many.Mount wasn’t on the pitch as England lost that final, having made way for Jack Grealish in the closing stages of normal time.He did, however, miss from 12 yards as Chelsea lost the FA Cup final to Liverpool on penalties earlier this year.But Mount, speaking to Express Sport, has insisted he’s ready to step up and take a spot-kick if required – while also claiming past demons aren’t a consideration.’Anytime I get offered to take a penalty I will always take one no matter what’s happened with the others,’ he said.Want the latest football news? Join our brand new Facebook group by clicking here Chelsea star Mason Mount is going to the World Cup with England this winter (Image: GETTY) Chelsea star Mason Mount is ready to step up for England at the World Cup if needed (Image: GETTY)’But we’re humble, and we’re ready to work as hard as you can in order to do that.’Mount has been a regular for England for the last couple of years, ever since making his debut in 2019.And the Chelsea star believes he’s matured to the benefit of the Three Lions, while also insisting he’s still got much to learn.’I don’t think you ever stop learning and getting better,’ he stated.’I definitely feel that I’ve learned so much over the last few years, whether that’s playing for Chelsea or playing for England.’Those experiences that you gain over the years, they really help you and you improve so much up to now. Chelsea star Mason Mount has been reflecting on England ahead of the World Cup (Image: GETTY)’So I think if you look at the team that we have of England, the amount of young players that all kind of started around the same time [helps].’I was with Jadon Sancho in my first camp. These players that you start your journey with, you end up growing with them.’It helps so much when you’re you’re going away to a major tournament because you’ll all have the same experiences, you’ll know what you’ve been through together.’Mount was speaking after teaming up with eBay to hold a football memorabilia raffle, where fans can get their hands on some iconic items.All proceeds will go to charity, with Together for Short Lives and Rays of Sunshine both supporting seriously ill children across the UK.