England beat Serbia 2-0 in their penultimate World Cup qualifier on Thursday night as Bukayo Saka and Eberechi Eze both found the net at Wembley Stadium
England secured victory in their penultimate World Cup qualifier against Serbia as brilliant goals from Bukayo Saka and Eberechi Eze illuminated Wembley.
The Three Lions had already qualified for the World Cup in North America next summer under German boss Thomas Tuchel. Arsenal winger Saka found the net on the half-hour mark, unleashing a ferocious volley beyond the Serbian keeper to give England the advantage on Thursday evening.
England pressed forward following Saka’s breakthrough in search of extending their lead but couldn’t manage another until the dying moments, when Eberechi Eze grabbed a spectacular second, reports the Mirror.
Here, we assess Thomas Tuchel’s side as they prepare for Sunday’s journey to Albania in their final game, looking to maintain an unbeaten 100% record in qualifying.
England first XI
Jordan Pickford
Still yet to be beaten in this campaign. Another routine evening for England’s number one. 6.
Reece James
Dubbed “Reecie” with fondness by Thomas Tuchel. Little wonder why. Never disappoints his boss. 7.
Ezri Konsa
He genuinely appears the real deal. Towering, authoritative, assured. Merits a starting berth next summer. 7.
John Stones
His calmness, wisdom and game intelligence render him absolutely vital. 6.
Nico O’Reilly
Left-back remains such a troublesome position for England and this represented a solid trial. 7.
Elliott Anderson
The holding midfield role – protecting the defence – is now his for the taking. Energetic and robust. 7.
Declan Rice
Rampaging midfield showing. Little shock he provided a set-piece which resulted in a goal. 6.
Bukayo Saka
Yet another exceptional display from England’s brilliant number seven. Supremely clinical and deadly. 8.
Morgan Rogers
Energetic, impressive and powerful. This was him answering the call to retain his spot. 7.
Marcus Rashford
A night of frustration. His effort was commendable, but nothing seemed to go his way. 6.
Harry Kane
Frequently found himself dropping deep to find the ball due to a lack of service and opportunities. 6.
Substitutes
Eberechi Eze
Scored a great goal late on. 8.
Phil Foden
Played his part in the second goal for England. 7.
Jude Bellingham
Fed Eze for his strike. 7.
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