Former Manchester United star Rio Ferdinand plays a prank saying he will ‘walk’ home ‘from Germany’ if Kobbie Mainoo does not play for Euro 2024 quarter-final against Switzerland Sportsbuddy.ng reports.
England is to take on Switzerland on Saturday evening after a thrilling victory against Slovakia. Ferdinand believes that Mainoo, who joined the squad recently, needs to be played alongside Declan Rice.
Defensive Adjustments
It is due to these defensive problems that Gareth Southgate is likely to tinker with the formation of his team.
As Marc Guehi was suspended due to yellow cards, Southgate may start Ezri Konsa, John Stones, and Kyle Walker in the back line. In general, the Three Lions have not been performing well but Guehi has been impressive and his loss is a major set back.
Mainoo Vs Experience
As Ferdinand continues to push for Mainoo’s selection, ex-England forward Teddy Sheringham provides a different strategy.
Sheringham agreed that Mainoo had played well against Slovakia but suggested that Phil Foden and Jude Bellingham be included in the midfield alongside Declan Rice. He also suggested using Anthony Gordon as a left winger to add variety to the English side’s offence.
Ferdinand said in a tweet, “If Kobbie ain’t starting, I’m walking back from Germany! ”Due to the constant criticism of the England’s team formation and players choices, the clash against the Swiss side will put Southgate’s tactics and the team into the examination.
