In the second round of Group C matches in the European Championship, Kane opened the scoring, Eriksen equalized, and England drew 1-1 with Denmark. After the match, former England star Rio Ferdinand gave his analysis.
Ferdinand commented, “The balance of the team currently prevents players from reaching the levels they do at their clubs. Foden isn’t in the right position and isn’t playing well; maybe Bellingham would be better suited in the number 8 role. That’s a big issue.”
“At the moment, England doesn’t know when to press the pitch, who should make runs, or how much space should be between players. Once there are questions tactically, the game can change in an instant, and you lose your way. If I were the England manager, I’d have Rice as the number 6, Bellingham at number 8, initiating attacks from the back, and Foden in a free role as the number 10. I think that would maximize these players’ abilities.”
“In this match, England was average, tactically outplayed by Denmark, who were the better side. Denmark was well-drilled, pressed effectively, and made England look ordinary. Our best players were operating up front, yet we set up defensively. We have an impeccable squad, and we can’t just sit back and hope for a lucky escape.”
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