England continued their impressive run of form with a commanding 2-0 victory over Serbia in a World Cup qualifying match at Wembley Stadium on Thursday night. The win, played in front of a crowd of 74,289 spectators, was secured by goals from two Arsenal stars, underlining the club's growing influence on the national team.
Arsenal Duo Fire England to Victory
The Three Lions broke the deadlock thanks to a superb volley from Bukayo Saka. The 24-year-old winger, who has already scored six times for Arsenal this season, demonstrated his clinical edge. His performance drew particular praise from Sky Sports, which noted that Saka had heeded manager Thomas Tuchel's advice to score more goals. The broadcaster highlighted that even without dominating possession, 'every touch carried danger, every burst of acceleration felt loaded with purpose and pace', culminating in what was described as a 'fantastic execution of skill'. He was awarded a 7/10 for his display.
Fellow Gunner Eberechi Eze came off the bench to seal the victory with a magnificent first-time finish into the top corner. The playmaker, a recent signing from Crystal Palace, is adapting well to life under Mikel Arteta and made a decisive impact for his country. The Independent was impressed, calling his goal a 'wonderful first-time curling finish' and giving him a standout rating of 8/10.
Rice Cements His Role as England's Midfield Engine
Completing a strong night for Arsenal representatives was midfielder Declan Rice. A mainstay in Thomas Tuchel's starting eleven, Rice delivered a characteristically solid performance, proving instrumental in both defence and attack. His quality was especially evident from set-pieces, with his delivery leading to the opening goal. ESPN highlighted his influence, stating his deliveries were 'a standout in a sluggish first-half' and praising another 'perfect delivery' just before half-time. The assessment concluded that he continues to 'cement himself as the key cog in England's midfield', earning him a 7/10 rating.
Momentum Builds for Albania Trip
This result extends England's unbeaten streak to six matches across all competitions. The team now looks ahead to their next World Cup qualifier, an away trip to Albania on Sunday. Manager Thomas Tuchel has the opportunity to rotate his squad and freshen up the starting line-up as the Three Lions aim to maintain their positive momentum in the qualifying campaign.
