GOAL: Squad Nearly Perfect, England’s Failure to Win Euros Would Be a National Embarrassment

With the UEFA Euro tournament on the horizon, England is set to make its appearance. Ahead of the competition, GOAL has analyzed the team’s prospects, stating that with an almost flawless squad, anything short of winning the championship would be considered a failure.

According to GOAL, since their disappointment in the 2016 Euros, England has made significant strides, reaching the semi-finals of the 2018 World Cup, finishing as runners-up in the previous Euros, and only losing to France in the quarter-finals of the last World Cup. As one of the favorites under manager Gareth Southgate, not securing the trophy this time around would be seen as a disappointment for both the team and its coach.

The analysis highlights Harry Kane, a player yet to win a major title in his career, who is fighting for his first piece of silverware. If he maintains his form, he will provide a massive boost to the team. Additionally, there’s Phil Foden, who had his best season statistically last year, showcasing exceptional technical skills and football intelligence, with some even considering him worthy of a Ballon d’Or.

The addition of Declan Rice and Jude Bellingham further strengthens the midfield, while there are some concerns about the defense, with Jordan Pickford being a reliable goalkeeper. Although players like Harry Maguire, John Stones, and Luke Shaw have battled injuries, Stones and Shaw seem to be recovering well, and with options like Kyle Walker and Kieran Trippier, the defensive line is still reassuring.

GOAL concludes by mentioning that Southgate himself has suggested he might leave if they don’t win, arguing that while England was still developing six years ago and lacked experience in the previous Euros, the current team is now flawless. A failure to triumph would be etched in the annals of national shame.