Jude Bellingham: England’s Gamechanger at Euro 2024?
In an exclusive interview with The Telegraph, former England and Liverpool defender Jamie Carragher has made his predictions for Euro 2024, and it’s not looking good for Gareth Southgate and his England squad. Despite a 33-man preliminary squad selection and a strong position as one of the tournament favorites, Carragher believes that England will face a tough challenge ahead.
According to Carragher, England will top their group, which includes Denmark, Serbia, and Slovenia. They will then go on to defeat Austria in the last 16 and Hungary in the quarter-finals. However, the real test awaits them in the semi-finals, where they will face off against France. This is a rematch of the 2022 World Cup quarter-finals, where England suffered a 2-1 defeat, with Harry Kane missing a crucial penalty.
Carragher admits that he doesn’t see how England can beat France. He believes that France has the edge, with players like Kylian Mbappe, who is considered the best forward in the world. Carragher points out that even the players who can’t make it into the French team are winning Champions Leagues and playing for some of the biggest clubs in the world. He mentions William Saliba as an example, stating that Saliba would be England’s best center-back and a shoe-in for the England team.
Despite the challenges, Carragher does see potential in England’s squad. He highlights Jude Bellingham as a gamechanger, two years on from the last tournament and playing for Real Madrid. Bellingham’s presence could make a significant difference for England in their quest for Euro 2024 glory.
As history has shown us, anything can happen at a major tournament. Will England be able to overcome the odds and prove Carragher wrong? Only time will tell.
CAN GERMANY TRIUMPH ON HOME SOIL?
In a recent interview, former footballer Jamie Carragher expressed his concerns about England’s upcoming match against France. He specifically highlighted the threat posed by French players Kylian Mbappe and Antoine Griezmann, whom he considers to be among the best in the world. Carragher admitted that he is unsure whether England’s defenders have what it takes to stop them.
Despite his worries, Carragher predicted that France would come out on top in the match. He also believes that Germany will make it to the final due to their home support. However, he ultimately sees victory for Les Bleus, citing their strong squad depth and ability to make impactful substitutions.
Carragher acknowledged that Germany’s presence in the final is largely due to being the host nation. He admitted that he would not have placed them in the final if the tournament took place elsewhere. He also mentioned the potential difficulty that Portugal could face playing in a stadium filled with German supporters. Nevertheless, Carragher believes that France’s experience, with players who have won the World Cup and reached another final, will be enough to secure victory over Germany on their own turf.
