Thomas Tuchel’s side shine while a Star England veteran bows out
Thomas Tuchel’s Three Lions produced a dazzling 7‑0 win over Croatia on Saturday night, yet a Star England veteran saw his international career finish without stepping onto the pitch, a report says. The German manager’s side displayed arguably their finest display under his tenure, with Harry Kane and Bukayo Saka each netting two goals.
Attack fireworks
Harry Kane and Bukayo Saka both bagged braces, while Morgan Rogers, Anthony Gordon and Jude Bellingham added the other goals. The six‑goal haul left Croatia with little chance. The performance highlighted the depth of Tuchel’s attacking options.
The two‑man midfield of Elliot Anderson and new boy Alex Scott also flourished. Declan Rice and Myles Lewis‑Skelly were genuine options for starts in the engine room as well.
Henderson’s career conclusion
The Telegraph now claim that Jordan Henderson’s England career is over, with Matt Law’s headline reading: ‘Alex Scott just ended Jordan Henderson’s England career’. The report suggests Henderson’s inclusion at the World Cup raised eyebrows, with many believing he was selected for off‑pitch influence rather than on‑field impact.
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‘Remember the time England took Jordan Henderson to the World Cup, aged 36, ahead of Alex Scott, and Thomas Tuchel tried to talk us into believing it was a good idea?’ the Telegraph wrote. The article points out that Henderson started 70 minutes in the 7‑0 win over Croatia and made a 20‑minute cameo against the Czech Republic.
‘But the fact Henderson went to the World Cup ahead of him already seems like a bad joke,’ the piece continued. It adds that Henderson’s tournament will be remembered for breaking his arm during celebrations after beating Mexico.
The story also notes that Kobbie Mainoo went to the World Cup ahead of Scott and did not play a single minute, while Reece James was deployed out of position when Declan Rice was laid low by illness during the tournament. These points underline the perception that Henderson’s selection was more symbolic than tactical.
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If Henderson’s England career is now over, he finishes with 91 caps, placing him 14th on the all‑time list of most capped ENGLAND players. His veteran status at Chelsea will likely see him retire from international duty.