He may be a company man and is only managing England because his face fits but credit where credit is due to Gareth’GS’ Southgate. Last months come from behind 2-1 victory over Slovakia, just days after a pretty unconvincing performance in victory against Malta, showed that his version of the national team does at least have some kind of backbone. One win from their final two qualifying games against Slovenia (Thurs 5th… Read Article →
Malta 0-4 England: Flattering!
England came away from Malta with the scoreline they wanted. But anyone who managed to stay awake through the match will know that it was one they scarcely deserved. Still, this is qualifying and points on the board is all that counts. Malta were always going to set up to frustrate England. Their 5-4-1 formation is designed to limit damage and hopefully get a draw. It’s no secret that this… Read Article →
Rooney Picks Right Time For International Retirement
Today saw the announcement that any people had been expecting, as Wayne Rooney announced his retirement from international football. Having been called back into the latest squad by Gareth Southgate, Rooney declined the call up and said he would be concentrating on club football from now on. He leaves as England’s all time record goalscorer, with 53 goals in 119 caps since his debut in 2003. He is perhaps under… Read Article →
PLENTY TO PROVE FOR GARETH ‘GS’ SOUTHGATE AS ENGLAND MANAGER
Media and FA company man Gareth Southgate is now beginning to realise that managing the England football team is not all about being a liked man within football, nice little soundbites and being a decent bloke. If he did not know before, it is about getting results in matches that matter, especially against inferior opposition as well as having a bit of tactical nous and making sure you can get… Read Article →
France 3-2 England: Surprisingly Entertaining Kick About
England lost to 10 man France, but nobody really cares. Considering this was no more than a low key end of season kick about, with an atmosphere to match, it was surprisingly watchable. We’re not reading too much into the result or the performance. We’re just glad there were some goals. The pre match was quite touching. A very well respected minute’s silence from two countries who both know the… Read Article →
Scotland 2-2 England: Kane Spares England Blushes
Well that was almost a lot worse! On a sunny early evening at Hampden, Harry Kane struck with less than 2 minutes remaining to rescue a draw and spare England the embarrassment of losing to Scotland. A draw still isn’t good, but it was probably a fairer reflection of what was in truth a very poor game. The whole match felt more like an end of season friendly than a… Read Article →
Best Ever England XL (In My Lifetime)
So it’s time to answer the burning question – the one that’s been keeping you up at nights. What is the greatest England team of the last 30 something years? As you might imagine, this post comes after yet another lengthy pub discussion regarding all time greatest players. Everyone has their opinions and all are equally valid, this one just happens to be mine. Just one caveat: in order for… Read Article →
Football 365 And Betting Offers: Hypocrisy Gone Mad!
We don’t have an issue with betting here at Football England. Do it or don’t do it, it’s up to you. We know that bookies are putting a lot of time, effort and money into advertising at football matches, but there’s no moral objection here. Equally, we’re fine with websites that choose to promote betting offers. There are plenty around, including some such as Latest Betting Offers that we use… Read Article →
England 2-0 Lithuania: Comfortable, Routine & Predictable
Gareth Southgate’s first competitive match as permanent England manager ended in a 2-0 win. Probably the most predictable result imaginable. The script was written from the start, and the actors played their parts to perfection. Lithuania would sit back and try to frustrate the hosts. England would patiently play the ball around trying to work an opening and break them down. Having done so, they would just continue to sit… Read Article →
10 German Bombers Chants Only For Classless Morons
If you attended the Germany v England game in Dortmund on Wednesday, and behaved in a way that properly represents our great country, then well done, and thanks for your support. If you attended and joined in the booing of the German anthem, and the braindead 10 German Bombers chanting, then you are a contemptible twat. I bet your mum’s really proud of you. I seriously cannot understand what the… Read Article →