Match #21: England vs Scotland

    

AB: The oldest rivalry in world football is reignited this Friday. For all the gulf in quality between the two sides, this match is more than just football. Emotions will be high, and the stakes even higher. Both teams have some quality but I expect England to dominate this game. If Southgate plays a left footed left back, and gives his forwards some freedom, then this could be a really big score line. But knowing Southgate and his conservatism I will go for a solid 2-0 win for England to establish themselves as one of the teams to beat at the Euros.


dark7knight: If England goes with the same defensive set up as against Croatia and hope to win this, it may not work, The Scots have a better defence, and a great team work ethos, they were undone only due to 2 wonder goals. Southgate needs to unleash his players to get a win in this match, otherwise The Scots may be able to stifle this English team. But hopefully the individual quality of the English players rescue a 2-0 win despite the manager & the system.

AK:

Biggest game on British soil this calendar year, I would say. Scotland would be absolutely pumped and fighting for survival. But if England keep their heads, they should have more than enough. Gareth's selections were controversial last time but despite a poor performance, England got to a good start. With Belgium and Italy already flexing some muscles, it would be important for England to stamp their authority and vome up with a good performance. Going for a tight 2-1 here. Kane to get off the mark. 

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