England, who have not found major success in the Euros in recent years, was expected to be the best side of this Euro 2024, as they have a stunning set of players. This is Southgate’s last dig at the Euros before he leaves this stunning English side.
Though England escaped with a narrow win against Serbia, they could not hold on to the same against the Danish side. England’s Golden Boy, Jude Bellingham, stepped forward and scored their first tournament goal, which earned them a win against the Serbian side.
While teams like Germany and Spain have already stepped into the last 16, favorites England could not make their place into the Round of 16 and will have to ensure a win against Slovenia.
England dominated against the Danish side early on, as Saka and Walker kept threatening the Danish goal. Their hard work paid off, as Walker made a surprise run from the back to collect the ball and Saka deflected his pass onto Kane, who made a finish as clean as you like.
However, England’s goal advantage seemed to be a curse to them as Denmark seemed charged up from then, till the end of the first half. Eriksen and co. started to retain possession and make extravagant efforts at the English goal before Sporting CP midfielder Hjulmand pulled onto a stunner from 28 yards that beat Pickford to let Denmark level the scores.
The second half never seemed to be a game among the two great teams of European football. The game went on to be only physical, as they never made chances come true; however, the defensive work of Denmark is praised, though the English are criticized for their lack of proficiency on the ball.
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With this draw, Southgate’s side will be threatened even for elimination in case they lose against Slovenia. Though unlikely yet, England’s loose performance has raised several concerns for the coach, and the great talents will also be seeking to restore their honor.