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Leeds United have less than two weeks to prepare for their opening game of the 2025/26 Premier League campaign against Everton at Elland Road.

It will be the club’s first top-flight match in more than two years, since their 4-1 defeat to Tottenham Hotspur in West Yorkshire under the management of Sam Allardyce at the end of the 2022/23 season.

Daniel Farke will now be hoping to be more Marcelo Bielsa than Sam Allardyce or Javi Gracia, as the German head coach attempts to guide the team to safety.

The Whites boss will want more options to pick from at the top end of the pitch, though, as Lukas Nmecha is currently the only attacking player who has been added to the squad during the summer transfer window.

As you can see in the quotes above, Farke has made it clear that the club need to bring in more attackers, including a replacement for Manor Solomon.

The Championship champions should also be on the lookout for a marquee number nine addition, as it remains to be seen whether or not Joel Piroe has what it takes to make the step up.

Leeds have doubts over Joel Piroe's Premier League ability

Back in May, Football Insider reported that Leeds would not build their Premier League attack around the Dutchman, because they have doubts over his suitability for the top-flight.

The outlet stated that the Whites were not planning for the former Swansea marksman to be their first-choice number nine for the 2025/26 campaign, because of their doubts.

This may seem like an odd stance for the club to take after Piroe won the Golden Boot with 19 goals in the Championship for Leeds last season, but it is one that makes sense.

The Whites won the league with 100 points and were utterly dominant in the second tier, which meant that they were able to carry a striker like Piroe, who does not offer much to the team from a physical perspective.

In the Premier League, however, his lack of mobility and strength could cause problems as a starting number nine, as Leeds will be fighting against relegation rather than dominating matches.

Joel Piroe vs Championship forwards

24/25 season

Per 90

Percentile rank

Duels won

2.24

Bottom 3%

Duel success rate

26.9%

Bottom 10.6%

Aerial duels won

0.9

Bottom 12.9%

Aerial duel success rate

21.4%

Bottom 17.6%

Fouls committed

0.7

Bottom 7.1%

Fouls won

0.44

Bottom 9.4%

Stats via FotMob

As you can see in the table above, Piroe was far too weak in duels with opposition players and ranked incredibly lowly among his positional peers in a host of physical metrics.

Leeds pushing to sign Serie A striker

Piroe’s lack of physicality, in terms of both speed and strength, may be why the Championship champions are reportedly eyeing up a new centre-forward.

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According to journalist Sebastien Vidal, Leeds United are “pushing” to complete a deal to sign Montenegro international Nikola Krstovic from Italian side Lecce.

The reporter claims that the 25-year-old marksman has been given the “green light” to pursue a move away from the Serie A outfit this summer, which has opened the door to a potential transfer to Elland Road.

Vidal adds that the former Red Star Belgrade marksman is “high” on Farke’s wishlist of attacking reinforcements, with the club now pushing to get a deal done for the striker.

Earlier this summer, it was reported that Lecce value the centre-forward at a fee of around £26m, although it remains to be seen how much Leeds are willing to pay for his services.

Why Leeds should sign Nikola Krstovic

The Whites should sign the Serie A number nine because he would come in as a big upgrade on Joel Piroe for Farke ahead of the Premier League curtain-raiser against Everton.

Unlike the current Leeds forward, Krstovic has already proven his quality in one of Europe’s major leagues with his performances for Lecce over the past two seasons, proving that he can score goals at an impressive rate.

The £26m-rated striker scored 11 goals and provided five assists in 37 appearances in the Serie A during the 2024/25 campaign, which is a very respectable return for a player in a team that battled relegation, and successfully, it is worth noting.

Krstovic’s contributions at the top end of the pitch helped Lecce to finish 17th in the division, three points above the bottom three, which shows that he can step up and deliver crucial goals to help a team in a relegation battle.

Along with his potential to be an excellent goalscorer for Leeds, having scored 21 goals in the last two seasons, the Serie A star would also come in as a big upgrade on Piroe from a physical perspective.

Nikola Krstovic vs Serie A forwards

24/25 season

Per 90

Percentile rank

Duels won

5.31

Top 38%

Duel success rate

40.6%

Bottom 46%

Aerial duels won

2.76

Top 29%

Aerial duel success rate

41.4%

Top 50%

Fouls committed

1.67

Top 39%

Fouls won

1.61

Top 33%

Stats via FotMob

As you can see in the table above, the Lecce centre-forward ranked above average in most of the physical metrics that Piroe ranked among the worst in the Championship for.

Krstovic, who was hailed as “integral” by former boss Roberto D’Aversa, is a strong number nine who can hold his own in duels, on and off the ball, to provide his team with a strong outlet up front.

This means that he would be far more useful to Farke as a starter in the Premier League, as Leeds are likely to be battling the drop and will need a striker who can provide relief by winning fouls and duels, which is not Piroe’s strong suit.

Therefore, Krstovic could be an ideal signing for the Whites to come in as a proven goalscorer and physical presence in the number ninerole ahead of Piroe.

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تقدم منتخب مصر بالهدف الأول أمام نظيره نيوزيلندا، في المباراة المقامة بين المنتخبين، الآن، ضمن منافسات بطولة كأس العالم للشباب تحت 20 عامًا.

ويلتقي منتخب مصر مع نيوزيلندا، في الجولة الثانية من دور المجموعات لبطولة كأس العالم للشباب المقامة في تشيلي.

طالع | تشكيل منتخب مصر للشباب أمام نيوزيلندا في كأس العالم

وسجل هدف مصر الأول، أحمد خالد كباكا، في الدقيقة 5 من عمر الشوط الأول للمباراة، بتسديدة قوية من داخل منطقة الجزاء، بعد تمريرة من محمد عبد الله، ليمنح التقدم للفراعنة. هدف مصر الأول أمام نيوزيلندا في كأس العالم للشباب.. أحمد خالد كباكا

⚽️🔥 بداية قوية لمنتخب مصر#كأس_العالم_تحت_20_سنة pic.twitter.com/m9plPVc5tJ — beIN SPORTS (@beINSPORTS) September 30, 2025

وكان منتخب مصر استهل مشواره في بطولة كأس العالم، بالخسارة أمام اليابان بهدفين دون رد، في المباراة التي أقيمت السبت الماضي.

ويتواجد منتخب مصر في المجموعة الأولى لبطولة كأس العالم تحت 20 عامًا، بجانب منتخبات تشيلي ونيوزيلندا واليابان.

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Durante sorteio realizado na tarde desta terça-feira, na sede da CBF, ficaram definidos os confrontos das oitavas de final daCopa do Brasil. A próxima fase da competição terá clássico regional e duelo de gigantes, e os jogos acontecerão nas semanas dos dias 17 e 31 de maio.

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As equipes classificadas para as oitavas de final receberam uma premiação de R$ 3,3 milhões. Ao todo, 16 clubes participaram do sorteio. Todos os confrontos serão disputados em dois jogos.

CONFIRA OS CONFRONTOS DAS OITAVAS DE FINAL DA COPA DO BRASIL (Em negrito, os times que iniciam como mandantes)

América-MG x Internacional
Sport x São Paulo
Athletico-PR x Botafogo
Fluminense x Flamengo
Santos x Bahia
Palmeiras x Fortaleza
Atlético-MG x Corinthians
Grêmio x Cruzeiro

Celtic manager Brendan Rodgers has made it clear that he wants the club to bring in new signings in the attacking positions before the end of the window.

The Hoops head coach, who was speaking after the 2-0 win over Aberdeen in the Scottish Premiership, says that there is nothing imminent on that front as it stands, though.

Adam Idah has started both league games this season and failed to score from 0.82 xG and only created 0.06 xA for his teammates in the games against St Mirren and the Dons.

Why Celtic need to drop Adam Idah

The Ireland international has had a huge opportunity to impress as the starting number nine due to the lack of business done by Celtic in the forward areas.

Idah only scored 13 goals from 13.57 xG in the Premiership in the 2024/25 campaign, which shows that he was not particularly ruthless in front of goal in his first full year at the club.

His failure to provide a goal, from 0.82 xG, or an assist in the opening two games does not suggest that he has vastly improved as a finisher over the summer, which is why Rodgers should be dropping him down to the bench to play as an impact substitute.

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Instead of dipping into the market to sign a new striker to replace Idah, though, the Hoops could sign reported £6m-rated target Clement Bischoff instead, to free Daizen Maeda up to play through the middle.

Why Celtic should sign Clement Bischoff

The 19-year-old starlet is a right-footed left winger who could provide a direct and creative threat down the left flank, which is something that the Hoops do not have aside from Maeda due to Jota’s ACL injury.

Bischoff was described as an “explosive” and “flamboyant” talent by U23 scout Antonio Mango, and it is easy to see why when you look at his incredible start to the 2025/26 campaign.

Clement Bischoff

2025/26 season (all competitions)

Appearances

7

Shots on target

4

Goals

1

Key passes

24

Big chances created

5

Assists

2

Successful dribbles

11

Stats via Sofascore

As you can see in the table above, the Danish youngster, who has been playing as a left-sided forward, has already created five ‘big chances’, and 24 chances overall, in seven appearances for Brondby.

This suggests that the teenage starlet, who created 51 chances in 39 games last season as a wing-back, is an incredibly creative winger who can consistently create high-quality opportunities for his teammates.

His presence on the left flank would then free Maeda up to take Idah’s place as the number nine, which could be an effective switch given his form last season. The Japan international scored a staggering 14 goals in 11 starts as a striker for Celtic last term, compared to 16 in 36 outings on the wing.

This suggests that the Japanese marksman has the potential to be a lethal number nine option, given his unbelievable haul of goals in that position last season, which is why Idah should be dropped from the team to facilitate this switch.

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Bischoff coming in would provide Rodgers with a quality left wing option to free up Maeda to show off his goalscoring prowess in the centre-forward position, in turn leaving Idah to play the role of super sub for the time being.

This is why the Brondby youngster could be an ideal signing to improve the attack, both because of his own creative quality and what it could mean for the number nine role.

From 77 for 2, Zimbabwe collapsed to 108 all out in their chase

Danyal Rasool01-Dec-2024

Saim Ayub helped Pakistan to a brisk start•Associated Press

Pakistan saw off a brief scare from Zimbabwe to seal a 57-run win and take a 1-0 lead in the three-match T20I series in Bulawayo. A late, unbroken stand of 65 in 34 balls between Tayyab Tahir and Irfan Khan following a bit-part batting effort helped them surge to 165 with 34 runs in the final two overs. Even that appeared like it might not be enough when Sikandar Raza and Tadiwanashe Marumani got the hosts off to a flier, with the hosts sitting pretty at 75 for 2 in eight overs.But the fall of that partnership triggered an immediate implosion as Sufiyan Muqeem and Haris Rauf ripped through the Zimbabwe line-up. They lost their last eight wickets for 31 runs as Pakistan wrapped up a win that looked more comfortable on the scorecard than it was for three quarters of the contest.Pakistan start brightlyThe visitors included Saim Ayub in the T20I squad just before the start of the series, and the in-form left-hander was instrumental in getting them up and running. Omair Yousaf took on Blessing Muzarabani in the second over but was fortunate to be out there, having been dropped in the first over. Zimbabwe’s catching was an issue for much of the innings; in the following over, Usman Khan was put down first ball he faced. Ayub picked up the next ball over point for a glorious six, while Usman helped himself to 11 in the over that followed. By the end of the fifth over, Pakistan had romped to 49, and on a belter of a batting surface, 200 did not seem unrealistic.ESPNcricinfo Ltd

The spin squeezeSikandar Raza’s consistency is almost boring by this point, but he was at his all-round best on Sunday. Bringing himself on when Pakistan were soaring at the end of the powerplay, he sent down four near-perfect overs, landing barely a ball in the wrong place. Thirteen of his 24 deliveries were dot balls as he allowed just 14 runs during his spell. It was during this time that Pakistan slowed almost to a grinding halt, going 63 deliveries without a boundary.At the other end, Ryan Burl and Wellington Masakadza held the fort down as wickets fell at regular intervals; between the end of the 6th over and the start of the 19th, Pakistan could only score 79 runs in 13 overs. It will invariably leave Pakistan with questions to ask of their middle order that seemed unable to cope with the pressure or keep up the scoring rate, with captain Salman Ali Agha struggling most of all.The scareAn onslaught in the final two overs got Pakistan to 165, but Zimbabwe came out of the traps brimming with belief they could chase this down. Undeterred by the early loss of Brian Bennett and Dion Myers, Marumani and Raza took Pakistan on, and took them down, in the powerplay. Marumani plundered 20 off Jehandad Khan’s second over, while three successive fours by Raza off Abrar Ahmed got Zimbabwe to 50 in the fifth over, quicker than Pakistan had managed during their brisk start.But Zimbabwe’s Achilles’ heel has been the lower middle order, and so it proved once more. As soon as a careless run-out put paid to Marumani’s innings, the rot set in once more. Raza was isolated at the non-striker’s end as Pakistan helped themselves to wickets. Rauf had Ryan Burl slap one to mid-off while Muqeem dismissed Clive Madande, and it soon became obvious any effort at victory would have to be a one-man show.But a lovely change of pace from Jehandad Khan and a sharp catch at point from Ayub drew the curtains on Raza’s enterprising knock, and the game was over as a contest. Muqeem struck twice in the following over, while Abrar polished off the win with the final wicket; Zimbabwe had lost their last eight in 43 balls.

On the flip side to his one-day omission, the pace-bowling allrounder is one of just three frontline quicks heading to Sri Lanka

Andrew McGlashan13-Jan-2025

Sean Abbott has lost his ODI place but remains firmly in Australia’s Test plans•Getty Images

It’s been a bittersweet few days for Sean Abbott: included in the Test squad for the tour of Sri Lanka, with a baggy green perhaps closer than ever, but omitted from the group heading to the Champions Trophy.Given the Test cap is one of the missing pieces from a fine career, perhaps it’s not the worst way it could have played out. Abbott was also realistic in assessing his absence from the Champions Trophy, having been part of the victorious ODI World Cup squad in 2023, after struggling to make an impact in his last two series.Related

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Against England and Pakistan he took one wicket in five outings at an economy rate 7.36. He will be in the selectors’ thoughts should replacements be needed (captain Pat Cummins’ status is still uncertain) but Nathan Ellis has taken the spot as the fourth quick behind the big three.”I didn’t really take selection out of the selectors’ hands,” Abbott said ahead of Sydney Sixers’ trip to Adelaide for their next BBL clash. “I didn’t perform and bowl as well as I would have liked in my last five games for Australia over in the UK and back home here against Pakistan.”My goal at all times when I play is to obviously contribute and do what I need to do for the team, but on top of that, it’s [to] take the decision to drop you out of the selectors’ hands, and I haven’t done that. So that’s fair. The guys who have been picked are in form and I think we’ve got a great squad to go over and compete for the Champions Trophy.”1:52

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However, as one of just three specialist quicks heading to Sri Lanka for the two Tests – alongside Mitchell Starc and Scott Boland – it is possible to see an elusive debut. Abbott was officially part of the squad for the final two matches against India but Starc, Cummins and Boland were able to get through the Melbourne and Sydney games.There remains a chance Australia go with just one frontline quick in Galle and use Beau Webster’s medium pace to supplement it, but Abbott believes he has a skillset which could be valuable. George Bailey noted Abbott’s “durability” when the squad was named while he is also a good exponent of reverse swing.”It would have been nice to debut out here the other day [against India] on what was a bowler-friendly wicket,” he said with a smile. “Sri Lanka typically is more spin-friendly than anything, but I feel like conditions might suit me perhaps more than others. But, again, we’ve got such depth with our bowling at the moment.”It gets mentioned a lot, but every time Scotty comes in and bowls, no matter the conditions, he does well. And then Starcy is obviously bowling high 140s, and then reverse swing will play a role, or being able to tie up an end so the spinners can attack, whatever that looks like. Being one of only three quicks going over, I suppose I feel a little bit closer. But I certainly feel like conditions might suit the way I go about my bowling.”Sean Abbott still has a huge part to play in how Sydney Sixers’ season plays out•Getty Images

The trade-off from heading to Sri Lanka is that Abbott – alongside Steven Smith and Todd Murphy – will miss the BBL finals, where Sixers are assured of a spot. But there are still positions to play for with hosting rights for the Qualifier – which provides a direct path to the final – a major incentive, although it is out of Sixers’ hands with Hobart Hurricanes having a game in hand.”It’s definitely a huge advantage if you can finish in the top two and get home game advantage for sure,” Abbott said.All Sixers can do is win their remaining matches against Adelaide Strikers and Sydney Thunder. They will have Smith available for both those outings following his spectacular 121 not out from 64 balls against Perth Scorchers. Abbott, the leading wicket-taking in BBL history, also played a key role in that victory with 4 for 43 but was critical with himself for a final over that went for 20 and gave Ashton Turner an outside chance of heist.”I had six more balls there at the end to bowl and didn’t really bowl anywhere near as good as I should have,” he said. “Pretty disappointing with the way that over went and how close it ended up getting. So I’ll give myself a little bit of a rap on the knuckles for that one.”

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Conhecido por ser o time das estrelas no Futebol 7, o Resenha Futebol Clube anuncia mais um craque para a temporada 2023. Com uma carreira repleta de títulos, passagens por grandes clubes do futebol brasileiro e pela Seleção Brasileira, Thiago Neves vai defender o time que representa o estado do Piauí e fará sua estreia da Copa do Brasil de Futebol 7.

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– Focado e em boa forma física, Thiago Neves acreditou no projeto do Resenha e vem para vencer. Sempre trabalhamos por grandes nomes para que nosso escudo tenha reflexo competitivo na América Latina. Para orgulhar o Piauí, desejo boas-vindas para o atleta, que vai nos ajudar a seguir apresentando a famosa jogabilidade piauiense – afirma o presidente do Resenha FC, Daniel Trajano.

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Thiago Neves chega ao Futebol 7 com 38 anos e um histórico de glórias com as camisas de Fluminense, Flamengo, Grêmio, Cruzeiro e Sport. O camisa 10 acumula conquistas individuais, como o recorde de três gols em uma final de Libertadores, no ano de 2008, a bola de ouro da Revista Placar no ano anterior e carreira no exterior em times de Alemanha, Arábia Saudita e Japão.

Thiago Neves será a quarta estrela com status de ídolo do futebol brasileiro que vestirá a camisa do Resenha. Zé Roberto, Léo Moura e Romulo defenderam o time nas temporadas 2020 e 2021.

O próximo compromisso do Resenha será na Copa do Brasil de Futebol 7. A estreia está prevista para o dia 7 de junho no Rio de Janeiro e a competição conta com a participação de 48 clubes. O torneio terá a grande decisão transmitida ao vivo pelo SporTV.

Leeds United are keen to finish the window with some strong signings and are now deemed to be leading the race for a talented offensive star, according to reports.

Leeds United complete deal to sign James Justin

Taking their summer transfer spend to over £100 million, Leeds United have announced the signing of full-back James Justin from Leicester City for a fee in the region of £10 million.

Capped at international level by England, the 27-year-old shared his pride at putting pen to paper at Elland Road on a four-year contract as he looks to help Daniel Farke keep the Whites in the Premier League.

He stated: “Obviously to join a club of this size and to have the history it has had, and being back in the Premier League was a massive thing for me, so I’m over the moon to have joined.

“The stadium has obviously got one of the best atmospheres in world football. And it’s always a daunting task to come here as an opposing team, but I’m happy to have the fans behind me this time.”

Moving on, Leeds United are eyeing an ambitious loan move for Manchester United star Kobbie Mainoo amid the England international failing to get off the bench in the Red Devils’ first two matches of the new season.

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Furthermore, a late return to Elland Road for Manor Solomon isn’t out of the question, albeit it remains to be seen whether Thomas Frank will let the winger leave North London within the final stretch of the window.

Plenty of work remains to be done for Leeds United on incomings, and supporters will be delighted to see that they are now leading the race for an exciting attacker.

Leeds leading race to sign Facundo Buonanotte

According to South American journalist Cesar Luis Merlo on X, Leeds United are leading the race to sign Brighton & Hove Albion star Facundo Buonanotte this summer following his loan spell at Leicester City.

West Ham United are also keen on his signature, and the two Premier League clubs appear to be the ‘most determined’ to land the Argentina international, who registered six goals and three assists in 35 appearances last campaign.

Demonstrating his quality in the top-flight, Buonanotte created 25 chances and completed 28 dribbles, per Fotmob, providing a bright spark in a Leicester City side that became obvious candidates for relegation due to their lack of depth.

He is a client of CAA Stellar, like new Whites signing Justin, possibly offering a little bit of encouragement that he may favour a move to Yorkshire over East London.

Leeds United will hope they are in a position to avoid a similar fate when it comes to relegation, and bringing in someone with the capacity to cover both the ten role and right flank will definitely add another exciting option that may well go on to succeed at Elland Road.

عقد الكابتن حسين لبيب رئيس مجلس إدارة نادي الزمالك اجتماعاً الليلة مع البلجيكي يانيك فيريرا المدير الفني للفريق الأول لكرة القدم بنادي الزمالك، وحضر الاجتماع جون إدوارد المدير الرياضي للنادي.

ويعيش يانيك فيريرا، فترة صعبة داخل جدران الأبيض لا سيما بعد تدهور نتائج الفريق الأخيرة في مسابقة الدوري المصري الممتاز. 

وكان فريق الزمالك قد تعادل في الجولة الماضية أمام فريق غزل المحلة، بهدف لكل فريق في الجولة العاشرة من عمر مسابقة الدوري المصري الممتاز. 

طالع.. سامي الشيشيني لـ”بطولات”: الزمالك لن ينافس على الدوري.. وأشفق على فيريرا لهذا السبب

ويحتل الزمالك المركز الثاني، في جدول ترتيب الدوري الممتاز برصيد 18 نقطة بالتساوي مع فريق المصري البورسعيدي، حيث لعب الأبيض 10 مباريات، فاز في 5 مواجهات وتعادل في 3 لقاءات وخسر في مباراتين. 

وتم خلال الاجتماع استعراض أحوال الفريق الأول لكرة القدم بعد تراجع النتائج في المباريات الأخيرة، وكذلك التعرف على ترتيبات الفريق قبل بدء مشواره بالكأس الكونفدرالية هذا الموسم.

وتم الاتفاق في نهاية الاجتماع على عقد جلسة أخرى مع فيريرا في الأسبوع المقبل لبحث احتياجات الفريق للفترة المقبلة والعمل على استعادة الانتصارات وتحقيق النتائج وتقديم الأداء الذي يلبي طموحات جماهير الزمالك.

يعتقد بول سكولز لاعب خط وسط مانشستر يونايتد السابق أن منتخب إنجلترا ليس لديه أي آمال للفوز بكأس العالم ما لم يقم توماس توخيل باستدعاء ثلاث لاعبين وإعادتهم للقائمة.

وكان منتخب إنجلترا قد سحق لاتفيا بخماسية نظيفة، ليضمن التأهل لكأس العالم الصيف المقبل، قبل مباراتين على نهاية دور المجموعات.

ويأمل توماس توخيل مدرب منتخب إنجلترا لقيادة الأسود الثلاثة لتحقيق أول لقب كبير لها في كرة القدم منذ عام 1966، حيث جاء خلفاً للمدرب السابق جاريث ساوثجيت.

واستبعد توخيل كلًا من جود بيلينجهام لاعب ريال مدريد وفيل فودين صانع ألعاب مانشستر سيتي وجاك جريليش جناح أستون فيلا من قائمة التوقف الدولي السابقة.

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وقال سكولز في تصريحات نشرتها “مترو” البريطانية: “لقد فوجئت قليلاً، هؤلاء اللاعبون الثلاثة يجب أن يكونوا ضمن القائمة وسيكونون ضمن قائمة كأس العالم”.

وأضاف: “إذا نظرت للقائمة الحالية، ستجد أن فرص فوزهم بكأس العالم معدومة تقريباً، حتى مع وجود هؤلاء اللاعبين الثلاثة لا يزال الأمر صعب، لكنهم يمنحون الفريق فرصة أكبر للفوز بكأس العالم”.

وسئل عن استبعاد بيلينجهام: “غاب عن بعض المباريات لكنه جاهز الآن، لذا كنت سأعيده للتشكيل، هناك مباريات قليلة لتوخيل حتى كأس العالم، بعد توقف نوفمبر ومارس، سنكون جاهزين لذا نحتاج لإشراك هؤلاء اللاعبين”.

واختتم: “قائمة إنجلترا التي تم استدعائها في فترة التوقف الدولي الأخيرة لن تفوز بكأس العالم”.