I wouldn’t bring Wilson in either I don’t think, I’d start Rashford central as most defences would drop deeper allowing Foden, who I’d play instead of Henderson, and Bellingham more space. I’d go with Grealish out wide on one side with Saka on the other.Whether that cross got a slight deflection of not, two direct assists for goals in three games is hardly being ‘anonymous’ as was the claim.
But if a 29 year old, with the second most England goals in history has had a couple of quiet games and is now a ‘busted flush’ Then let’s fuck him off and bring in a 30 year replacement with one England goal in his life to get the job done.
Only because of Ilkay Gundogan. The rest were 'meh'.They were just fun to watch, weren't they?
I agree with this. I don't know if it's a complete drop-off in quality vs the global standard improving though. Japan, USA, and Morocco all look quite decent.I think there is definitely a drop in quality in this world cup from the traditional top nations which has allowed for more of a level playing field.
The tournament has some great individuals but lacks great teams.
I can only remember as far back as the 02 world cup and I think the winners of the last 5 world cups would walk this tournament.
France and Brazil look the standouts but in no way are they vintage teams, and to add to the discussion of those 2 teams I think half of the England team gets in each of their XI.
France have by far the best player in the tournament and that's why they will win it in my opinion.
Uranus will be colder.cryogenically ;)
Rashford is English mate.I think there is definitely a drop in quality in this world cup from the traditional top nations which has allowed for more of a level playing field.
The tournament has some great individuals but lacks great teams.
I can only remember as far back as the 02 world cup and I think the winners of the last 5 world cups would walk this tournament.
France and Brazil look the standouts but in no way are they vintage teams, and to add to the discussion of those 2 teams I think half of the England team gets in each of their XI.
France have by far the best player in the tournament and that's why they will win it in my opinion.
I think there is definitely a drop in quality in this world cup from the traditional top nations which has allowed for more of a level playing field.
The tournament has some great individuals but lacks great teams.
I can only remember as far back as the 02 world cup and I think the winners of the last 5 world cups would walk this tournament.
France and Brazil look the standouts but in no way are they vintage teams, and to add to the discussion of those 2 teams I think half of the England team gets in each of their XI.
France have by far the best player in the tournament and that's why they will win it in my opinion.
There's not been a drop in quality at all. World Cups always have shocks and in fact 2002 was Germany v South Korea and Brazil v Turkey in the semi finals. The USA and Senegal made the quarters. The Spanish team in 2010 was incredible. The German side in 2014 was okay, but I would say that was when there was a real lull in the form of most top nations. France were very good in 2018 again but are missing key players.
The best way to win a competition is to enter when there are no outstanding opponents.We will only find out if there has been a drop in quality if England wins it ;)
I wonder if the climate has anything to do with it ?I agree with this. I don't know if it's a complete drop-off in quality vs the global standard improving though. Japan, USA, and Morocco all look quite decent.
This will be the best chance for England to win another world cup. We just need someone like Bellingham/Foden/Grealish to break into that superstar bracket and drag us to the final. Could happen, but probably won't lol.
WhooooooooooooooooooooooooshWho is not welcome?
It makes me laugh when the nation of "it's coming home" , the same Nation that hosted the Euros and witnessed it's own fans smashing there way into the stadium causing havoc having the audacity to humiliate Qatar.
I wonder how many crimes have been committed in Qatar during this tournament, I would imagine they could be counted on one hand, if not one finger.