Ireland 0-2 England: What Were The Key Talking Points As The Three Lions Open Their Nations League Adventure With A Victory In Dublin?

Making a first appearance since their EURO 24 final heartbreak, England opened their Nations League campaign with a 2-0 victory against Ireland over in Dublin.

Getting a new era underway on Saturday evening and now under the guidance of interim boss Lee Carsley, the Three Lions came flying out of the traps with Declan Rice and Jack Grealish both scoring against the country they used to represent.

Although some might have been concerned that England could show some signs of a hangover following on from their infamous 2-1 loss against Spain back on July 14th, the European heavyweights put in a dominant display here.

While Ireland might have offered the odd moment of threat on home soil, the Greens were heavily outplayed and still find themselves at the heart of what has become an extended struggle.

On an evening when England got their Nations League adventure off to a dream start away from Dublin, we have taken a look at the key talking points.

Carsley opens his tenure with an impressive display

Watching Gareth Southgate step down from his role in the Wembley dugout following on from England’s EURO 24 final heartbreak, the Three Lions were getting a new era underway over at the Aviva Stadium.

Making the decision to appoint Carsley on an interim boss, the former Republic of Ireland international has gained plenty of plaudits from England’s senior players.

Putting in what was a rampant first-half performance here and carving Ireland open at will, Saturday’s guests certainly demonstrated a more attacking identity and will take plenty of positives away from an eye-catching display on foreign soil.

Watching the likes of Grealish make a real impact after missing out of Southgate’s EURO 24 squad over the summer, it remains to be seen if Carsley would be interested in taking over from Southgate on a permanent basis going forward.

Showing no signs of a hangover here, Carsley will have another chance to boost his reputation when they return to…

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Author : Tom Dunstan

Publish date : 2024-09-08 09:56:43

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