Hopefully it has helped him keep focused.
Day 12: Croatia vs Scotland | Czech Republic vs England
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All to play for now. Massive goal by McGregor just before half time. Was fearing the worst when Croatia made it 1-0 and were toying with us.
Yeah played well. Tournament football is all about momentum. A good second half with more goals and I'd be confident going against whoever we get in the last 16.
Hey Gareth, don't play Jadon, play me, thanks, bye. This may have happened, you're right.
Someone needs to make a GIF of Sterling's face before the ball hits the post
You will need them when up against France or Germany so may as well establish the structure of the side
I couldn’t give a toss if England win or lose, but some of you are overly harsh on Southgate. He is doing a reasonable job and above average compared to most England managers
Love Harry Kane being the face of a Hugo Boss advertisement there. His PR/agent pulled a masterclass there
No doubt!It's even sadder theres a chance he goes to city
You lose absolutely nothing by playing Bellingham instead of one of those two.
Grealish is magic but he is none existent off the ball. Rice is really winding me up
Yeah forget the left wing, let's just keep Mount dropped for Grealish. Him and Shaw running the show.
Might have to switch to the Scotland game at some point, that could get wild if they’re still level with 20 minutes left.
Might have to switch to the Scotland game at some point, that could get wild if they’re still level with 20 minutes left.
They will need to be in the next round. The more they play with other, the better they'll be in the games that count.
The groups games are a gimme. We're winning the group with them already there.
Southgate doesn't owe the public the most exciting lineup in every single game. He'll be judged by how well he gets the team ready for the sharp end of the tournament.
Then make sure he gets plenty of the ball.
Much better from England ,though I still think the Czechs are getting more opportunities than the commentators like to comment on.
Bellingham, Sancho and rashford. Feck Henderson.
So it was a forced decision rather than the use of his scoobiness (or lack of)?
I don't agree. They have struggled to deal with Scotland and are struggling today. What do you think they will be like against France?
Players like them invite pressure because they cannot pass their way out. Bellingham is a player who relieves pressure. Also, he can perform at the top level. His performances against City were brilliant.
Grealish has improved us, in the predictable way that picking your best player does.
Except defensive solidity. Rice and Phillips need to learn each other's games in preparation for when that becomes important against the big boys.
The early games are when they learn how to be a partnership. We don't need to win our group games 3-0 when 1-0 will do.
I always think he works hard off the ball to get it back etc...? Do you mean defensively?
To get forward? If so, its clear Southgate doesn't want hem to get forward, and wants to create a foil for attacking quartet. Therefore, playing Bellingham would make little sense, as it would take a lot from his game - similar to when we Pogba playing deep. Henderson wouldn't be a bad shout but he's clearly not fit, which is why I wanted JWP to go.
Why would a professional footballer give up his chance to play in the Euros, silly comment..
Henderson is miles better than these pair, why’s he not playing? Been injured?
It’s a really limited midfield.
Surely we can drive Sancho's price down by delaying the move till after Euros at this pace?
Harold Maguire has certainly improved the team.
Yes, they're definitely lacking 30 yard punts out of play.
Cleaning Grealish's boots.
I wonder what the odds would have been for England to top the group, with Sterling being their only goalscorer.
Henderson is bang average.
Armstrong and O’Donnell have been absolutely shocking.
I can’t believe he’s the best option to replace Gilmour. McTominay in midfield and Cooper in defence made far more sense.
Delighted with the goal. Some strike by McGregor, especially on his weaker foot.
I can’t believe he’s the best option to replace Gilmour. McTominay in midfield and Cooper in defence made far more sense.
Delighted with the goal. Some strike by McGregor, especially on his weaker foot.
Henderson hasn't played any meaningful football for about 3 months
I’m not saying Southgate in Alf Ramsey - but some people need to give the guy a bloody break.
Has Harry?
The attack has been better. Despite the goal I still think Sterling is the weak link. Would like to see Sancho tried in his place.
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And Rice/Philips are?
The chance from the corner was a bad one to give away by Kane, but Maguire did brilliantly to mop up. I think the high boot against Shaw probably would have been disallowed by VAR.
Surely that’s the point of friendlies??