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Curtis Jones capped a shocking England debut with a splendidly taken objective in opposition to Greece on Thursday.
Jones’ senior debut for the Three Lions has been a very long time coming after making almost 150 appearances for Liverpool over the previous 5 years, successful a bunch of main honours with the Reds.
The midfielder lastly bought his probability in England’s must-win Uefa Nations League journey to Athens.
To say he delivered could be a large understatement.
Jones managed the sport in midfield, finishing 98% of his passes (65/68) and enjoying three passes into the ultimate third. Defensively, Jones saved the Greeks at bay with seven recoveries and 4 tackles, whereas successful seven of his 10 contested floor duels.
However Jones’ crowning second got here within the 83rd minute when he flicked house a shocking backheel to crown his debut with a objective and end the job for England.
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“I attempted. Joyful to return out with a objective too! I can go excessive or low and get on the ball and play,” Jones advised ITV after the match.
Curtis Jones earns rave critiques in England debut
Curtis Jones marked a superb debut with a objective. (Picture by Justin Setterfield/Getty Photos)
Unsurprisingly, Jones’ efficiency — which earned him a 9/10 in our participant scores — has earned rave critiques from followers and pundits alike.
Distinguished amongst these singing his praises was former England and Everton midfielder Leon Osman, who lauded Jones’ ‘fantastic night’.
“Curtis Jones has seemed very assured in the midst of the pitch,” Osman advised BBC Radio 5 Reside, including:
“[He] has seemed composed notably when receiving the ball in his personal space, he’s unflustered, defended excellently and scored a again heel to prime all of it off. Great night for him.”
Jones will now have his eye on one other begin and large efficiency when England tackle the Republic of Eire on Sunday at Wembley.
