After the final whistle at Wembley The score ended with England defeating Italy 3-1, sending the “Roaring Lions” successfully through to the final round of Euro 2024.
England under Gareth Southgate often perform well in big tournaments. Both the 2018 World Cup, which reached the semi-finals, and Euro 2020, which was runner-up. And most recently, the 2022 World Cup in Qatar stopped at the final 8 teams.
The last time Good City Team The major championship they won was the 1966 World Cup, which they hosted. The question is, are they good enough now to take the European throne at Euro 2024 in Germany?
– Scary game play –
It must be admitted that the English national team has a formidable offensive game, led by Harry Kane, who can guarantee goals in almost every game they play. By moving to play for Bayern Munich in the Bundesliga or reaching the age of 30, the Hurricanes’ efficiency in scoring goals has not decreased in the slightest.
England also have more than enough wide receivers to choose from, including Arsenal’s Bukayo Saka, Manchester City duo Jack Grealish and Phil Foden, and Marcus Rashford. from Manchester United, while James Maddison, who is showing good form with Spurs, is considered a great creator of the game.
As for the striker position, aside from Kane, Southgate also has great players such as Ollie Watkins, who played well in the warm-up game against Australia, or Ivan Toney, who can be used interchangeably as well. Even though the latter is still banned from the football betting case until January.
– Important variable named Jude –
Jude Bellingham was talked about a lot. After showing his best form with Real Madrid and performing excellently, he was named Man of the Match in the game conquering Italy. He is someone who helps motivate his teammates. and football fans to unite and fight after England lost a goal to the Azzurri army first
Bellingham has previously competed in major tournaments at the World Cup in Qatar. and has improved greatly since moving to play for “The White King” and it is very fortunate for England and Southgate to have such a talented 20-year-old star player on the team.
This season, Bellingham has played 10 matches for Real Madrid in all competitions and has scored 10 goals and 3 assists. Since he chose to wear the number 5 shirt, it was inevitable that he would be taken. Compare with the legend Zinedine Zidane and is praised as “English Zidane” for his complete playing style and game creation. And reaching up to break the door –
– World class striker World defender… –
England national team They really have a great game. Plus there is a reliable goalkeeper like Jordan Pickford, but there are still questions about the defense that many people consider. Not strong enough to succeed in major games
In the latest game, Southgate chose to use the services of Harry Maguire and John Stones in the center half position. which despite doing good work But there are still concerns among football fans, especially Maguire, who became a permanent substitute for Manchester United in the era of Eric Ten Hag, causing a lack of continuity on the field.
As for Stones, the only real concern is his physical condition, which is often hit by injuries.
For this reason, Southgate is being encouraged to look at other options, such as Brighton’s Lewis Dunk, who is doing well, Chelsea’s young defender Levi Coville. , Mark Guehi, the young defender from Crystal Palace or Fikayo Tomori, the talented defender of AC Milan, etc.
– Major competitors –
As for the opponent who is considered a big bone for England in Euro 2024, the first team must be France, who have already knocked them out of the last 8 of the 2022 World Cup. The highlight of the “Chicken” team is Kylian Mba. Pepe, the striker of the team and the talent of an experienced coach like Didier Deschamps.
As for Germany, the host nation, it is still a formidable competitor. Even though they are in a period of transition after just taking over the job of Julian Nagelsman, a young and energetic coach, the “Iron Eagles” also have the advantage of cheering as the home team.
Portugal, coach Roberto Martinez’s side, also put in a hot performance in qualifying. Plus, the players in each position are all of great quality. Of course, that includes Cristiano Ronaldo, who is still a fireball at the age of 38.
– Learn from mistakes –
Over the years, England has faced many pains. Whether it was being knocked out by Croatia in the 2018 World Cup semi-finals and losing to Italy at home in the Euro 2020 finals.
From past disappointments, this team of England players has learned. and have more experience competing in major tournaments
When all of this experience is brought together, the quality of the players is no less than that of their continental peers, making England considered to have a team good enough to take the Euro 2024 championship as well.
But until that day, there are still many variables that Southgate and his team cannot control. Whether it’s a problem with injured players or the lottery drawing. All of which affect the chances of success for the “Roaring Lion” partisans.
2023-10-18 17:21:00
#Roaring #Lions #cool #crowned #champions #Euro #Daily #News
