Estonia 0
England 3
Joe Cole 37
Peter Crouch 54
Michael Owen 62
Attendance: 11,000
Referee: Grzegorz Gilewski (Poland)
Well England overcame the Estonian's away last night easily enough. The 3-0 scoreline was certainly good enough. I think that put us in 4th place in the table with 5 matches to go, but of those 5 games the 3 Lions have 4 home games to play, 3 of which against the teams above us in the table. I guess qualification is in our own hands. Knockers of McClaren are very unlikely to see the man lose his job for the foresseable future.
We all know about Beckham's quality crossing ability. Becks is arguably the premier crosser of a ball in International football anywhere at the moment.
However, I thought Peter Crouch was a major player in the win. The Estonians had no answer to his physical presence. He created the first goal with a flick on from a throw in for Joe Cole, who brought the ball down and swivelled to fire the ball home past Mart Poom in good style on 37 minutes. The pressure was released and from theronin, he result looked in little doubt.
The second half Peter Crouch notched another England goal on 54 to add to his tally, with a good header following an inswinging Beckham cross from wide on the right. The Estonian left full back really should have closed Beckham down earlier. You cannot give Becks time and space to pick out runner in the box.
Michael Owen's 2nd game back for England after injury resulted in a goal, which was pleasing to see. Another inswinging cross by "Golden Balls" Beckham twiddled the goalkeeper and the Esotionan defence, and Owen was there on hand, on que, to stab the ball home on 62. At 3-0, the game was over as a contest and England are hopefully on their way with an upturn in form behind them.
I must say, I am thankful to McClaren for revisiting his decision to leave Beckham out of the England setup. Yes, Beckham was not playing well when he was dropped. McClaren did say the door was not closed though, and he was true to his word. When Beckham clearly found his fitness and his form, and was producing solid displays for Real Madrid, week in and week out, McClaren brought the player back into the squad. Regardless of the obvious criticism for taking what most view as a backward step.
Come on England!
Estonia 0 England 3
♠ Estonia V England Minute By Minute Report (bbc)
♠ Three Is The Magic Number For England (the fa)
Posted at 1:29 PM, Thursday, June 07, 2007
England 3
Joe Cole 37
Peter Crouch 54
Michael Owen 62
Attendance: 11,000
Referee: Grzegorz Gilewski (Poland)
Well England overcame the Estonian's away last night easily enough. The 3-0 scoreline was certainly good enough. I think that put us in 4th place in the table with 5 matches to go, but of those 5 games the 3 Lions have 4 home games to play, 3 of which against the teams above us in the table. I guess qualification is in our own hands. Knockers of McClaren are very unlikely to see the man lose his job for the foresseable future.
We all know about Beckham's quality crossing ability. Becks is arguably the premier crosser of a ball in International football anywhere at the moment.
However, I thought Peter Crouch was a major player in the win. The Estonians had no answer to his physical presence. He created the first goal with a flick on from a throw in for Joe Cole, who brought the ball down and swivelled to fire the ball home past Mart Poom in good style on 37 minutes. The pressure was released and from theronin, he result looked in little doubt.
The second half Peter Crouch notched another England goal on 54 to add to his tally, with a good header following an inswinging Beckham cross from wide on the right. The Estonian left full back really should have closed Beckham down earlier. You cannot give Becks time and space to pick out runner in the box.
Michael Owen's 2nd game back for England after injury resulted in a goal, which was pleasing to see. Another inswinging cross by "Golden Balls" Beckham twiddled the goalkeeper and the Esotionan defence, and Owen was there on hand, on que, to stab the ball home on 62. At 3-0, the game was over as a contest and England are hopefully on their way with an upturn in form behind them.
I must say, I am thankful to McClaren for revisiting his decision to leave Beckham out of the England setup. Yes, Beckham was not playing well when he was dropped. McClaren did say the door was not closed though, and he was true to his word. When Beckham clearly found his fitness and his form, and was producing solid displays for Real Madrid, week in and week out, McClaren brought the player back into the squad. Regardless of the obvious criticism for taking what most view as a backward step.
Come on England!
Estonia 0 England 3
♠ Estonia V England Minute By Minute Report (bbc)
♠ Three Is The Magic Number For England (the fa)
Posted at 1:29 PM, Thursday, June 07, 2007
England 1
John Terry 68
Brazil 1
Goals: Diego 90.
Attendance: 88,745
Match Referee: Markus Merk (Germany).
Steve McClaren must be happy some 3 Lions fans, and various British media outlets, won't be jumping all over him in the clamour for him to be sacked before the match against Estonia. However, it may not stay that way for long, we shall see.
Of course, Beckham started for the first time in McClaren's 10 game England managerial career, and of course, Beckham provided John Terry with a quality ball for his backpost headed goal.
If it was not for Carrick switching off completely in the last minute at a dead ball situation, and had gone with the runner and eventual goalscorer Diego, England would have won their first game at the "New Wembley", against the Samba Boys of Brazil no less.
I thought England played ok defensively speaking. The players closed down the likes of Kaka and Ronaldhino well enough to put them off their stride for the most part. It was going forward where England looked a bit weak.
Alan Smith toiled away up front next to the returning Michael Owen, who looked surprisingly strong after his long term injury. Smith was replaced by Kieron Dyer who could be returning to form. If he can stay fit, Dyer is a definate asset to the 3 Lions. His pace and energy is a danger to any team. I like Dyer, it's a pity he's so prone to injury.
Reading left back Shorey had a creditable debut in an International shirt. Ashley Cole is unlikely to lose his place when fit, but Shorey played well. Rumours are Wayne Bridge will replace Shorey against Estonia if fit. I would be inclined to stick with Shorey. He did nothing wrong, and could not really do much more to earn the right to retain the number 3, with Cole unavailable for selection.
Stephen Gerrard was awarded the man of the match for his battling display in midfield. Hopefully Frank Lampard can find his form in the England shirt. I think he could do with a couple of goals to get him going. Hopefully next week will be his time.
All in all a satisfactory performance against an admittedly slightly under-strengthed Brazil side. Bet hey, whoever Dunga puts on the pitch for Brazil will provide formidable opposition for any internation side.
England 1 Brazil 1
♠ England 1 Brazil 1 (the fa)
♠ England Draw 1-1 With Brazil (bbc)
Posted at 8:58 PM, Sunday, June 03, 2007
John Terry 68
Brazil 1
Goals: Diego 90.
Attendance: 88,745
Match Referee: Markus Merk (Germany).
Steve McClaren must be happy some 3 Lions fans, and various British media outlets, won't be jumping all over him in the clamour for him to be sacked before the match against Estonia. However, it may not stay that way for long, we shall see.
Of course, Beckham started for the first time in McClaren's 10 game England managerial career, and of course, Beckham provided John Terry with a quality ball for his backpost headed goal.
If it was not for Carrick switching off completely in the last minute at a dead ball situation, and had gone with the runner and eventual goalscorer Diego, England would have won their first game at the "New Wembley", against the Samba Boys of Brazil no less.
I thought England played ok defensively speaking. The players closed down the likes of Kaka and Ronaldhino well enough to put them off their stride for the most part. It was going forward where England looked a bit weak.
Alan Smith toiled away up front next to the returning Michael Owen, who looked surprisingly strong after his long term injury. Smith was replaced by Kieron Dyer who could be returning to form. If he can stay fit, Dyer is a definate asset to the 3 Lions. His pace and energy is a danger to any team. I like Dyer, it's a pity he's so prone to injury.
Reading left back Shorey had a creditable debut in an International shirt. Ashley Cole is unlikely to lose his place when fit, but Shorey played well. Rumours are Wayne Bridge will replace Shorey against Estonia if fit. I would be inclined to stick with Shorey. He did nothing wrong, and could not really do much more to earn the right to retain the number 3, with Cole unavailable for selection.
Stephen Gerrard was awarded the man of the match for his battling display in midfield. Hopefully Frank Lampard can find his form in the England shirt. I think he could do with a couple of goals to get him going. Hopefully next week will be his time.
All in all a satisfactory performance against an admittedly slightly under-strengthed Brazil side. Bet hey, whoever Dunga puts on the pitch for Brazil will provide formidable opposition for any internation side.
England 1 Brazil 1
♠ England 1 Brazil 1 (the fa)
♠ England Draw 1-1 With Brazil (bbc)
Posted at 8:58 PM, Sunday, June 03, 2007
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