Why England FINALLY Came Good Against The Netherlands

[@JONHWOO81000]

Pulling this video out your ass half pissed at 1:30am after a England semi final is commendable to say the least

[@HeyJuuude-05]

Look at him. He’s soo red.😂😂

[@jimflan1712]

LMFAO

[@01sevensix]

Hahahahaha

[@whodiss4473]

i named all my children gareth because i knew he was destined to lead us to footballing glory one day

[@rpirobert]

should call him Adam Bleary

[@Ammotive28]

That first half was the best 45mins I think I’ve ever seen from England. I wasn’t sure what I was watching.

[@NaturaBreeze]

it's called 'performance enhancing drugs' and a dodgey Ref :)

[@dougie-wj8dn]

@@NaturaBreeze Yeah I don't know why England gave the ball to the Dutch to score their goal (pretty dodgy stuff). But England got right back in it anyways

[@Scoobay]

We always play better when we’re behind and we went behind early.

[@dondamon4669]

​@@NaturaBreezewhat? You don't think that was a penalty?!

[@tomstar1800]

@@NaturaBreezetry to write your comments without crying Fabian you sausage

[@chantelle8142]

I never thought England would be in the final after that Serbia match. Yet here we are😂

[@legendarymortarplayer9453]

I never thought this would happen after the friendly against iceland

[@clarencegaultieri8293]

Slovaks almost ended it to

[@5uper5kill3rz]

@@legendarymortarplayer9453 friendly being the operative word

[@yungdkay1008]

England are yet to play any strong team

[@J0shibo]

@@yungdkay1008🤡

[@lawts78]

These videos throughout the Euros have been outstanding.

[@Ryan.210.]

England never came good,they got lucky in all their games with refs decisions and parking the bus to big teams and even slovakia

[@Pezzical]

​@@Ryan.210.Think you might have replied to the wrong comment mate, he simply said these videos have been great, he didn't say anything about England's performance in this tournament

[@MrGorobu]

Mainoo was man of the match imo. If his trend continues he'll become one of England's greatest.

[@Bert-lw1ot]

How about we relax, the guy hasn’t even played 10 games yet!

[@MrGorobu]

@@Bert-lw1ot Have a look at the trend of his stats. They're ridiculous.

[@JJimsky]

Lets be honest, it was the ref mate

[@MrGorobu]

@@JJimsky studs up = foul

[@dondamon4669]

Easily best player

[@davidfreja7162]

Cole Palmer has to play along side Olli Watkins, his passing ability is second to none. Every time he comes on his presence is felt by the opposition.

[@novianovioTV]

He’s so good to watch. Worth the SKY subscription last season

[@bezz9141]

by the same token, we have seen Watkins scored same type of goals for Villa so many times. There's no doubt England will have a better chance of winning the finals with Watkins over Kane. But the biasness of the power there will ensure Kane starts....the ridicule of a lifetime, to hope Kane will turn it on. He has proven in the last 5 games he has lost much of his sharpness, touch, strength and goal prowess. His penalty and header scored in this tournament could have been scored easily by a youth team top scorer. Kane is now flat footed and will not score as much as he did with Bayern next season. Kane's demise is not the least exaggerated at all.

[@harambae7014]

Palmer has a crazy ability that just when it looks like he's about to lose possession or let the ball run away from him heanages to get his foot on it and thread a pass through that you never saw coming.

[@nigelee]

Through all the ups and downs, perhaps we should take a brief moment to acknowledge that Marc Guehi has been superb, and is probably England's player of the tourney.

[@QuotidianStupidity]

I think he’s made one mistake that I’ve seen, and even then he got back and put a block in. He’s been very good.

[@ThreeRunHomer]

Obviously need more Palace players.

[@alastairbrewster4274]

He’s been good but so has Saka

[@Ogma3bandcamp]

Kobbie Mainoo says 'hi'

[@Scoobay]

@@alastairbrewster4274my only issue with Saka is, for all his good runs behind and finding space, he can’t never find an English player in the box.

[@EmptyGlass99]

Thank you! Mainoo has barely warranted a mention from the pundits but he ran the show in the first half. Second half everyone decided to not pass to him for some reason.

[@GeorgeC-m3i]

I think Mainoo was being man-marked second half - Koeman reacted and neutralised him - so there was no space for him to receive the ball.

[@dylanbishop4175]

Koeman went from 2 in midfield to a midfield diamond 4 (with Gakpo and Weghorst as strikers) which just meant there was no space in the centre which is why england went to the wings in the 2nd half

[@craigfoulkes]

@@GeorgeC-m3i Mainoo is pre resistant enough to take the ball when being marked and then get past the defenders to open up the game.

[@GangeloffMD]

@@dylanbishop4175thank you for pointing out that the opposition actually tries to win too. Individual and team performances happen in context. Koeman did a good job and no English player is particularly at fault.

[@realbirder]

Half the crowd I was in (big public screen), was screaming for Watkins to come on from Kane after about 60 mins. Southgate did it on like the 82nd minute. I don't mind him starting the same team against Spain, but the changes are going to have to come sooner - we need to be proactive instead of reactive for a change. P.S Kudos on the insanely quick turnaround in this video - I didn't even look for it until Thursday afternoon!

[@doml8959]

I was at peace to going out to the Slovaks until the Jude miracle moment... after that, to still be in felt like a bonus. So even when the Swiss took the lead, I'd already accepted being out... but the resilience this England team have shown in all the knockout matches has made me believe again. Underdogs on Sunday... yes... but it's not always the favourite that takes the cup... need to evoke the spirits of Denmark 1992, Greece 2004 and Portugal 2016!!

[@gregorylu]

Mainoo is going to be a midfield star. He was MOTM for me in this game. Unbelievable pressing and winning his duels. He had that cheeky backheel too in the box that showed how confident he is right now.

[@Chris-im3ys]

I was shocked to hear he's only six years old

[@Unkempt27]

Our movement was so much better last night, the combination of players running into space, breaking lines and moving the ball quicker meant that we weren't so easy to reorganise against. A good run to take a man away or a positive turn into space, taking a man out of the game, opened up so many more opportunities for us.

[@akwok9517]

Southgate gave England team a great change, especially in the players’ mindset. He set up the team building camp and build up the brotherhood spirit among the players. Therefore, they trust each other. An Aston Villa’s striker trusted a Chelsea’s midfield and asked him to set him up for a goal when they were on the bench. Beautiful

[@knappster1754]

First half from England demonstrated why England have struggled so much this tournament. If England are allowed to play, they dominate. So no-one allows England to play, they force a terrible disjointed game. But we've learnt how to get results from those too.

[@ararune3734]

Bro you really just blamed everyone else for you not playing football...doesn't that just make you bad? If you let others dominate because you don't have the power to stop them, you're just telling us you're bad. Why doesn't Spain say the same? Because they're not bad, they take the power and they dominate. They choke everyone and their mother

[@jamesduffy7549]

I've seen us play well at tournaments and I've seen us scrape results at tournaments.I've never watched us be able to do both

[@mrbayd3069]

Interesting take. Hadn’t ever really thought about it like that.

[@nemesis8626]

Yes it did demonstrate it but not because of why you think, with us going 1-0 down it forced us to attack and get forward early in the game, arguably we play too safe defensively under Southgate other than when we go behind and the other team forces our hand

[@richardkavanagh916]

@@RURALWORLD-fe7eu I've heard this argument trotted out every time England win a game.

[@telbert100]

That pass from Cole Palmer. 🥶

[@ebukaobieri]

That's Cold Palmer to you friend.

[@JonnyHavens]

Beautiful pass. the goal wouldn't have happened if it weren't for both Palmer and Watkins. Credit to southgate

[@kingslime6610]

It was a good pass, nothing special, all credit goes to Watkins for that one

[@nathana.m.1622]

@@JonnyHavenslol obviously

[@nathana.m.1622]

@@kingslime6610absolutely, that was a world class finish

[@ronanmurphy_explorer]

Not only are you a master analyst Adam, you're a master story-teller. 10/10.

[@robcap1232]

England have been crying out for runners in behind Oli Watkins proved that.kane doesn't do it anymore and he isn't even in the box for crosses like he use to be

[@barbaraward8353]

You're great Adam. Thank you

[@FourFourTwo]

Thank you ❤

[@pr7730]

If things start to look bad against Spain, I hope Southgate reacts a lot quicker tactically than he has done in every game so far. Regardless of who the player is, if they are not performing, get them off the pitch quickly so there is enough time for the subs to make a difference.

[@georgeh4171]

Unfortunately we all know what will happen. We will be super defensive as he always fears the big teams.

[@user-ed7et3pb4o]

@@georgeh4171credit where it’s due. We didn’t show fear against the Netherlands, against France or against Germany and 2/3 of those games we won. We got the double over Italy in the last year by playing bravely, even after going a man down. And this is not a team that gives up. England can beat Spain if they play it smart but no doubt it’ll be a tough match

[@banjoebaby4590]

Didnt think it a necessity until watkins but yeah a good idea now gonna need fresh legs 2change things in this match😅😅😜🤪😜

[@mattinterweb]

My fave videos through the tournament have been these. Great job. A quick note on England. I don't give a flying **** that we haven't played Beautiful football and if we win it I'll care even less. England fans of my age have been used to under performing and going out early, or playing well and getting knocked out. I've seen this over and over since 1980. We've been terrible at times in this Euros and have rode our luck - exactly what more successful teams than us have done countless times over the years. Frankly I'm enjoying that its us for once!

[@ianallardyce4222]

Ollie hinted that he knew, well before the game, that him and Cole would be brought on together. That's a clue that there is some quality match planning going on behind the scenes. I like the idea that we don't call players 'subs'. We call them 'starters' and 'finishers' respectively. It's a squad effort.

[@jamesduffy7549]

People pretend our subs are random because you aren't allowed to say anything good about Southgate. Bellingham knew his number being on the board against Switzerland was a mistake, and that it was actually supposed to be Ezri Konsa coming off, because we had planned for the scenario we were in.

[@graytoby1]

I belive Southgate toured Twickenham and picked Eddie Jones brain for a while and took on board the idea of finishers from the England Rugby team. It makes more sense and builds up the idea of everyone in the team operating on the same hymn sheet so to speak. Fascinating stuff I would like to have heard what Jones and Southgate discussed

[@UstashaMe84]

Showed up to work red faced, dehydrated, and still gave us a beautiful break down of the match. You legend!

[@CaldersMusic]

This is what we’ve been building towards. We are upping our game as we go and fixing problems bit by bit . I pray that we aren’t 3 behind by the time he drops Kane and puts the runners on. We have a chance. Stay in the game until late and I feel it will be our trademark - last minute winners all tournament long. If it goes to penalties we will win. I didn’t think we could beat Spain but now I’m quietly confident.

[@Draenix572]

Ollie FUCKING Watkins, my striker

[@DeKevers]

Devon born! Making us proud

[@Tesmond256]

Kane isn’t just not running in behind, he is not turning up in the box when the winger is crossing. That is twice that he has been in line with Saka when Saka received the ball, Saka has run all the way to the line crossed it into the centre of the penalty box and Kane hasn’t even ambled into the box yet let alone been close to getting on the end of it. If he was just off getting there like Watkins on Shaw’s cross it would be considered unlucky, but not even getting into the box is simply not good enough. The substitutions were so obvious every commentator and fan is calling for it, some from before the start of the match, but most by the 50th minute. Making the obvious change 20 minutes after everyone else would is not tactical genius, Watkins probably would have had 2 more decent chances to score with another 20 minutes. It looks like Kane’s only real chance to score will be from set plays where he might get a header or a knock down. Is he carrying an injury? Even his hold up play is below his usual level.

[@upisntdownsilly]

he’s tired, confused and possibly injured yeah

[@hamonryechinaski180]

Carrying the back injury he got near end of season I reckon. Palmer and Toney or Watkins (depending) have to be on sooner against Spain. After an hour minimum for me.

[@LSB001]

Yup. If Southgate had any sense, Kane wouldn't be on the pitch.

[@Wow91163]

@@hamonryechinaski180they should be starting.

[@xXSuperman117]

its LACK of SERVICE when he is in the box. No point him being in the box is it?

[@jimradford9540]

Love your videos ! We've seen Ollie do that all season at Villa. Kane, Toney, Watkins all different strikers, but for Ollie to click he has to have the right service. Swapping Kane for him within the same setup wouldn't work - I thought a great combo (if he ever had the opportunity) would be Jude + Ollie. Turned out to be Cole + Ollie. (Sorry can't call him Cold cos he DID nick it from Morgan :) . The pass & finish felt like a Villa move. Watching a Villa striker score that kind of goal for Eng was a bit surreal tbh. btw, LOVED watching Saka, Mainoo, Foden. Think for the final Southgate will start w Kane & Foden, and use the subs again. But please Gareth don't send them on with 10 mins to go. And - don't understand why Ollie got MOTM (10 mins, 4 touches !). Fantastic goal, but should've been Kobbie 100%

[@paulmaple6887]

Southgate gave Watkins and Palmer 10 minutes. He is a very lucky coach to have players like that on the bench. Why he gave them such a small window of opportunity is beyond me. Holland were dominant for a substantial period of time in the second half and Southgate did nothing about it until the end. Thank God we got away with it.

[@mattseaton3521]

In hindsight you’re right, but surely the tactical play for doing this so late is to create a goal scoring opportunity so late that it can’t be countered effectively. It’s risky of course, but if it comes off, like it did, it pretty much guarantees the win.

[@johnxxx5085]

In his post match presser Southgate told us that Kane went in at halftime with a knock he sustained in the penalty. Southgate persisted with an injured Kane right up to 80 minutes.

[@paulmaple6887]

@@mattseaton3521 when there is a problem, you need to be proactive and fix it. To wait and hope is just relying on luck. Watkins and Palmer run at and beyond the opposition's defence so pushing them back. Holland were in the ascendancy and the game was being played in our half. Bringing them on earlier. Would have helped England push up and force the Dutch back. It's not just about scoring goals, it's also about putting the opposition onto the back foot and therefore reducing the likelihood of the opposition scoring. Football is about playing the percentages.

[@mattseaton3521]

@@paulmaple6887 yeah fair enough, you’re right in that reliance on a lucky outcome will only work some of the time.

[@KaufmansCurse]

Yeah, exactly. 10 minutes only, when the Dutch changed it up at halftime. We were struggling for a full 35 mins. If the Dutch had scored in that time, we'd have had huge problems. I think Southgate knows what to do, but often bottles it. In fact, he said as much in the post match interview. He said, both Kane and Foden were doing well and they didn't really need to come off, but he thought he should freshen things up for the impending extra time. He got lucky, basically. Just imagine if Watkins had had 30 mins with the Dutch playing so high up? The game would have been out of sight. There's still MASSIVE question marks over Southgate for me. He's so cautious, it's painful to watch. Yes, he has success with this approach, so I can't knock that, but it's never convincing... intrigued by the Spain game. Every 20% more boldness could win it for him, but he has an equal chance of freezing, like he has in the past and watching the game get away from him.

[@JoynsonRolls]

I actually thought Harry played pretty well in that first half - not as a proper striker ofc but in the build-up play he contributed to the control we had in the game. Such a relief to see Watkins come in and do his thing eventually though

[@davefb]

I felt that. maybe he used more energy because he expected to come off instead of playing for 90mins ?

[@willhk4809]

He was definitely a lot more involved first half, which was good, although I don't think his passing was quite 100%, especially when under pressure. He suffered like Foden and the rest of the team when the Dutch put more bodies in midfield after half time.

[@yan.weather]

Kudos to this channel’s editing team for pulling up footage of Watkins doing similar shots for Aston Villa. Football knowledge repository 🔝

[@seansmithy5042]

Shout out to Walker. He may not be our best passer but I thought he ran the show for Englands right hand side. Intelligent movement and clever positional play, often coming into the centre to help us gain control and then arriving at the right moment to mop up in defence.

[@SunnyDispossession]

The number of times walker doesn't release Saka is astounding - almost criminal. It's as if it's not a 100% pass for walker so he decides against it. Granted, Saka often has no choice but to turn back anyway, as the way the pass is given is usually when he's pinned to the sideline. At arsenal, White has been instructed to play passes inside the line for saka to receive on the run as he drifts inwards - why can't walker be instructed to do the same?

[@seansmithy5042]

@@SunnyDispossession he is just not that kind of player and I agree, his inclusion on the right hand side is part of the reason England were so awful to watch in the group games. The reason Pep likes him, is the same reason Gareth won’t drop him for a more expansive RB, he’s one of the best recovery defenders in the world. When he’s playing well, he’ll rarely give the ball away and will occasionally conjure up a chance, like he did against Denmark (I think it was?) plus the Saka offside goal the other night. I’m TAA’s biggest fan and still can’t understand why SG can’t play him at RB for low block teams. When Saka scored his first pro hatrick for England, we saw some fine interplay on the right from these 2 and I’m sure that combo could have been nurtured coming into this tournament with devastation but alas, it’s all fruitless pondering. Imagine if Ben White cared less about his tan this summer and more about offering England another option down the right?? 😂

[@ams1897]

Personally, I think the idea that TAA can only play against some teams is largely cowardice on the part of England. Spain had Jesus Navas up against Mbappe ffs. Trent has played against the best players in the world and in high pressure situations. He also isn’t anywhere near as bad defensively as people make out, nor is Walker as good. It makes sense to play him and it would really make the team dangerous. It will never happen though and it’s largely the fault of the ridiculous dissections the media make every time he makes a mistake. Doesn’t happen to any of our other right backs.

[@seansmithy5042]

@@ams1897 it is maddening that SG is happy to use a system where Trippier is used as the left sided attacking overload but the WC player who could switch the ball 50/60 yards to make that tactic effective is not on the pitch. Imagine how we could stretch teams if TAA was right back and Saka was the left-sided forward. Watching this England team play you quickly understand why TAA is on the bench. They have absolutely no intention to counter-attack, which I feel is the main reason England fans are so appalled with what we’ve witnessed in this tourno. The PL is a feast of teams playing through a high press and then creating chances from a couple of direct vertical passes. But whenever this England team has defended deep, they have all 11 men behind the ball, with zero plan to try and break out with committing men forward. We’ve witnessed it in every game and I’m sure we’ll see it again on Sunday.

[@barry1369]

I’ve always given Southgate a lot of stick but all his decisions in this tournament not playing well have been the right decisions to get us through. Bringing Kobbie Mainoo has absolutely transformed the way we play and I wasn’t too keen on him playing I was worried he was too young but he was right and I was wrong

[@NH00531]

My interest in football is pretty low even when it comes to the national team, the joy of my better half after she had watched the match prompted me looking to KZbin. Despite my naivety I found this video very interesting so I assume it’s down to your engaging delivery. Many thanks. 👍

[@jamesl3546]

Despite Spain being the team of the tournament, England have a good chance of beating them. Spain's midfield and wingers have caught the eye but England have real power in those areas as well, and with a more gifted bench to call upon. I think it is a fifty/fifty game.

[@beachlife2968]

I would make Spain favourites because of the danger they will weave passes through the defence and find the holes. Saying that, favourites do not always win finals with Man city losing to Man United in the FA cup as a very recent example.

[@jonblakeauthor]

If people think it's impossible to drop Kane, remember Greaves in 66.

[@johnmcdonagh374]

I remember it well

[@richardayton6862]

Honestly knew we'd up our game here. We struggle against the sides that seem to close up at the back to defend against us. Teams that come at us, we find it easier to break forward against.

[@mikefriend1514]

The secret for Englands success has been playing Mainoo and Foden between the lines. In the first three games there was simply too large a gap between backs and midfield. Their willingness to run their legs off in order to find space and receive the ball has been outstanding. But they then constantly turned and drove at the Dutch. The Spanish will press high and if we do not have an outlet we will get torn apart. I hate to say it but we need Harry on the bench and Watkins starting. I can also see the Spanish man marking Foden. It’s going to be an interesting battle…

[@marcoalmeida3772]

glad they made finals, but damn that PK call was ridiculous

[@toonex5399]

Now if we had to choose between spain and france, spain are definitely our preferred option, any team that's high up the pitch and aggressive leaves a lot more holes which works for our high press, compared to france who'd have just played extremely defensive as usual so I do believe we have a small (not big) chance of beating spain

[@jij8504]

?? there is no option spain won the semi final 2 days ago

[@kevh7941]

We need to start Watkins then coz Kane doesn't run in behind

[@raveraidd]

@@jij8504 he said if we HAD to choose

[@roody59]

@@kevh7941 The problem is Gareth won't drop our captain and leading goal scorer. I think the best we can hope for is Kane coming off at half time. The painful thing is by that point we'll probably be 1-0 down or something. It's going to be a painful watch.

[@sevenhenson3926]

U need to wrestle the ball from Spain feet first though. U saw how they treated France? I feel the game will be be end to end stuff n Watkins is the better option

[@punkrokkme7]

Who knew after loving your stuff at what culture for all those years I’d wind up relying on you yet again for the best Euro 2024 coverage on youtube! Keep em coming Cleary

[@JD-cf3mv]

Definitely the best performance so far. For the first time I’ve thought we largely controlled a game and looked worthy of these players ability. However just think if southgate would have the balls to have dropped Kane and taken the time to work with a front man who is faster and sharper than Kane. And would be mainly in the box to receive balls to score but alas we constantly pondering why this isn’t happening. Anyway let’s hope this crazy momentum carries on and wins us the cup

[@lampsblues67]

Though the pass looked simple from Palmer, its because his first touch is nearly always perfect, then his head is always up looking forward, then his reaction time to make the pass is minimal, then his accuracy and weight of pass is excellent. He has a set of skills that no other England player has.

[@TheWolfXCIX]

Watkins needs to start the final, Kane is class but you can't start him with Bellingham and Foden. You need some directness aside from Saka

[@roody59]

The problem is Kane is captain and our leading goal scorer. Gareth won't leave him out. I think we can only pray that Kane plays the 1st half then Watkins comes on at half time. I really hope so.

[@TheWolfXCIX]

@@roody59 it's his job to make the right call, not play big names when it doesn't work. If Kane starts, it needs to be a 433 with Foden dropped and Bellingham as an 8. If he wants the 3421, Kane is a square peg in a round hole and he needs to be replaced by someone with legs.

[@Tesmond256]

@@roody59 the only hope is that he has actually seen Kane can’t hold up the ball for some reason and he can’t run in behind so he has to play Toney for hold up or Watkins to run in behind otherwise we have no general threat and little chance of a counter attack.

[@QuotidianStupidity]

@@TheWolfXCIXcompletely agree re Kane. I love the guy, but every player has limitations and his cause England problems when teams press us. He can’t win aerial duels, is slow with ball at his feet, won’t run in behind, barely runs to the 6 yard box… it’s a problem.

[@harri7416]

I agree. Starting Kane in the number 9 role is ludicrous. But you know Southgate will.

[@lukepeterson28]

Maybe this has been said elsewhere but I am livid with the questions in Southgates presser after this match. Loads of praise for the subs esp Watkins. SG responds that yeah, Harry Kane had to come out given the "huge knock" he took winning the penalty. In the 15th minute ... so why TF was he left out there to drag about in mud until the 80th fkn minute??!?! No one even bothered to ask ...

[@joso7228]

'The Dutch stood off us so we had more room to play' said Southgate in a rare moment of clarity.

[@user-ev7qy3dm2i]

Brilliant coverage mate! Particularly, deference to the Manager, who pulled the trigger at precisely the right time to bring momentum onside. Cheers to the ever ready, ever steady Cole and Ollie! Best wishes from across the pond on the Left Coast.

[@Barbariansdagger]

Spain lost a lot of aerial duels in their box against Croatia,lost at least five against Germany one with Havertz assisting for Witz's goal and Fullkrug in the extra time when he should have scored. The two CB's and Cucurella couldn't hold Kolo Muani and he scored the easiest header against three defenders. The 6'5 Milenkovic was dragged by Kane to the near post while Bellingham won the header against 6'2 Veljkovic. Against Slovakia the first goal 6foot Guehi beat 6'2 Skriniar to assist with a header for Bellingham's equaliser. The winning goal the pinball of headers from Toney to Kane again proving England's dominance when it comes to aerial duels. England should absolutely use this weapon!

[@hauntingskate]

Maguire 😢

[@Barbariansdagger]

@@hauntingskate Kane,Bellingham,Toney even Watkins can score headers all day. Don't worry about the fridge lol.

[@markiec8914]

@@Barbariansdagger Spain has got as many aggressive tall players as England in defence and they've got Fabian Ruiz and Merino at 6'2 respectively and Rodri at 6'3 in the middle of the park, and Alvaro Morata and Joselu at both 6ft3/6'4 up front. If De La Fuente ever needs his team to mix it up with England, they have the height to deal with that.

[@Barbariansdagger]

@@markiec8914 Go watch Spain v Croatia,especially Spain v Germany and also Kolo Muani beating the entire Spanish defence for that header. Spain lost a lot of aerial duels in their own box especially against Germany. England scored most of their goals with headers or headed assists against: Sebria with Milenkovic 6'5,Pavlovic 6'4 and Veljkovic 6'2 or against Slovakia with Skriniar 6'2,Hancko 6'2 and Vavro 6'3. You don't know what you're watching!

[@Barbariansdagger]

@@markiec8914 It's not the height because Kane,Bellingham,Toney or Guehi which are the ones to score or assist for the goals i mentioned in my previous comment they were clearly smaller than those towering defenders they beat for these goals. It's the timing and positioning which England does well to score headers just like Muani left for dead the two centre backs of Spain with only Cucurella behind him and scored the easiest header with no pressure. Also Wirtz equalised after a ball headed back into the box by Havertz who won the aerial duel. Spain lost so many aerials against Germany in their own box it wasn't even funny. Too bad Fullkrug and Havertz don't know how to aim with their heads.

[@lividfly6262]

yes great sub but still baffles me how kane is even starting he kills so many attacks it’s insane and yes he’s a great finisher but if he’s not getting into position then what’s the point

[@dylanbaker6589]

Bang on. Mainoo and Foden were terrific. Mainoo has confidence now and Foden is being played in the correct position. Trippier is still a glaring weak link and Kane is cooked, but yes, much better, much much better.

[@TheDominicProject]

this was Trippier's best LB performance I think, his passes came off more than previous and wasn't only safety. We all thought Shaw would have his way with the left flank but it didn't really happen, not sure went on there maybe it was tactical, but Bellingham was getting stuck out wide. Have to imagine Shaw will start the final though I'm optimistic

[@Hladavzor008]

Yeah we seemed to be getting forward on the left far more when Trippier was playing then when Shaw was, that could be down to how the dutch were playing in the second half but it definitely seemed like Trippier was much more available then Shaw as an attacking option down the left.

[@Londoner9906]

@@Hladavzor008 Yup, I've been screaming at Southgate to ditch Trippier all tournament, but credit where credits due, he played high, contributed with width to get England up the pitch, Trippier's best match by far, but Luke Shaw to come in for me, even though he didnt get high as much as Trippier, but this was also due to the Dutch pushing forward

[@damianduguid6253]

i think trippier was a good decision. he played well. also dont understimate the influence he has on the team by talking players through the game. gareth said himself than trippier is playing because of his leadership qualities

[@nile7999]

yall are delusional, yes it was trippier's best game, but did he have a pass that was dangerous or did he take on a defender in any way? no he looked better because England was dominating possession. If gordon was on we would have another saka on the left side of the pitch

[@brensheehan426]

Really insightful analysis - well done. Helps to break down the game for those of us who just get caught up in the excitement of England making another final. Also good to acknowledge that Gareth Southgate got something right - he has taken a lot of stick ( mostly deservedly) but he made some good calls in this game.

[@JC-uo6lt]

Subs should still be being made earlier in the game. Same subs at 55 mins to beat Spain. Should actually be Bellingham coming off rather than Foden, would love to see him and Palmer connect

[@QuotidianStupidity]

Bellingham has two goals and Foden has none… that is why Foden comes off

[@MrBectham]

Important moments Bellingham would step up , foden has no G&A involvement for the whole tournament so far😂

[@yungdkay1008]

Foden loves the right half space, same as Palmer same as saka same as walker, you can't have four players in the right half space

[@DeKevers]

@@QuotidianStupidity3 shots on target, 2 very close goals! He played exceptionally.

[@nickwilson8119]

Also, it was 1:1 at 80 mins, there's no way pens weren't on Southgates mind

[@RobertBernardoKim]

Please start Pep's boys, Foden, Palmer, Stones and Walker at the final. Pep's vibe made the national team win the trophy, such as Spain in 2010 World cup, Germany in 2014 World cup.

[@PaulFranks-cx3yd]

The change that the entire country has been asking for since game 1. The change that should have been made 30 mins earlier.

[@AYM68527]

Foden has one decent game and the glaze is crazy. English media loves him too much

[@brenallaround1986]

I disagree on one point. Harry Kane could have easily got his head down and run towards goal in order to receive the through ball, which would definitely have been on the money from Mainoo. It looks like he is conserving his own energy in order to be fresh for THE chance. He has enough pace and awareness to time his run. Great player that he is, we are watching a striker who is far too easy to mark. Ollie Watkins would have created a lot more chances for himself and others through his endeavor if he had been on the pitch longer. I would also be looking at starting Anthony Gordon in the first or second half on the left in the same system to absolutely terrify the Spain back line. He would definitely create enough to suppress the effectiveness of the brilliance of the kid, Yamal Yamine. Defo the most interesting and insightful reviews on England performances during this Euro 2024 finals, without idiotic contradictions from other analysts. Thank you

[@iangreen3337]

So often England have depended on the 'Old Guard' and so often paid the price. It just shows what happens if you sub the immobile for the mobile. You also forgot to mention the subbing of Trippier, who was hampering each attack with having to get the ball on his right foot, to a natural left-footer. This gave us better balance and a wider style

[@cameronjones8641]

I'm sorry but I disagree, I think Mainoo is the player we want on the ball the most. I think his age skews people's belief in him. He is exceptional. Potwntially and probably already the most comfortable player on the ball in England's history. This boy is WORLD CLASS, he just needs time to prove it.

[@K1ngLuk33]

I completely agree with you, Mainoo has been an absolute beast all tournament

[@rkRusty]

Agreed, Mainoo has been solid all tournament and fantastic last night. Carried the ball forward confidently, took on players when he had the ball, and won the ball back in useful areas. He is going under the radar, both in terms of being credited for his achievements, but also being underestimated by the opposition. Which is giving him a lot of space to work.

[@Tesmond256]

I disagree, Palmer plays the better forward passes. However, Mainoo is certainly second on my list. Foden wants to play short sharp one twos but no one else on the team does so he looks terrible. Bellingham seems to not know what to do, runs passed players and finds there is no one to pass to or gets to the line and realises Kane is playing DMF and there is no one to cross to… Saka would probably look great too if he had someone in the box to hit.

[@QuotidianStupidity]

He’s not a playmaker, Palmer is the best creative player we have for the 10 role. Also saying the best ever makes you sound about 10. He’s not better than Gazza or Hoddle on the ball.

[@ABC-fl8zb]

Mainoo has been good but If we’re calling him world class already it has really lost all meaning

[@Lawesp]

Truely great synopsis. Well done 👍

[@nathanthomson1931]

I don't understand why Southgate won't play Anthony Gordon on the left as a wing back. He has the pace and stamina, he has defensive capabilities, he LOVES to drive up the side and get I to the box... he's perfect for that role, but he won't even get subbed on

[@Richard-d1y]

He is probably not as good as you think he is.

[@QuotidianStupidity]

Shaw is fit now so SHOULD start now anyway… this is GS we are talking about though

[@MrBectham]

@@Richard-d1y😂😂he might be the other Ollie Watkins in the final

[@nathanthomson1931]

@user-qk2rt1cn2s lol he had 21 goal contributions last season mate! Give your head a shake

[@Tesmond256]

@@Richard-d1y more that Kane will not be in the box so who does he have to cross to

[@stevekey9181]

Great analysis. Yep, Southgate made the right changes but he probably still took 20 mins too long to do so and let the Dutch get on top for a good part of the second half. The game was crying out for changes (Kane particularly but Saka disappeared too for a long while and Rice wasn't great). Overall, great win and a decent performance but we probably need to be better and maybe Southgate needs to make those changes that much quicker to beat Spain. Or we can hope we just get lucky again.

[@mxjfilms7118]

Watching the game in the first half was actually fun. For the first time

[@beachlife2968]

Only after the penalty equaliser.

[@BiggestBirdonMars]

Crazy how balanced the team is when everyone plays in the best position Watkins has to start bo Everyone talking about the shot but his run was what made it possible and made the pass possible He has to start ahead of kane and start the game on the front foot cuz if they wanna wait till the late games and bring on watkins and palmer again they might not be in control of the game by then against spain They have to start brightly

[@jjgallaher]

Watkins though doesn't get that pass unless someone makes it, and Palmer understands the run. So credit to both changes Southgate makes to switch up the style attack. Now, why didn't he do it ten minutes earlier? But still, credit for reading the game.

[@robobo1726]

I was watching the game and constantly thinking how good of a game Foden was having, good to see I was right 😅

[@dmw9643]

Kyle Walker deserves a shout out - his movement created a lot of the space Mainoo and Foden then exploited in the first half

[@bigman25plus25]

He made an absolutely great tackle too

[@mikem9309]

Yep and notice how quiet Gakpo was vs his recent games

[@Clvrkz]

Yep Walker played brilliantly

[@nile7999]

​@@mikem9309 gakpo was quiet because he didnt have support, not because of walker.

[@yourguy382]

He kept giving the ball away, was out of position a lot, and couldn't keep himself onside. One of the worst England players yesterday along with Rice and Kane.

[@philmytime]

I was telling people last week we should be happier with a tournament where we get better like Italy have done in a couple of WCs ,than thrashing a little country in the early games and then going out as soon as we meet a big team. ( as we used to...) The final is a totally different experience and if you look man for man v Spain there is a lot of Champions League later stages and winning experience in the England team whereas a lot of the Spain side, regardless of them playing very well as a team, havent got that.. The final is a totally different one off game..

[@ErictheRedCantona]

Playing a team that has a game plan other than stop England, we get space, and with space we have players to control the game, drive forward, pass accurately and use their vision. Second half they changes to stop England and that stifled our attacking players, however the change made the difference. Spain will go into the final and play their own game, if we can get the ball we could bring our experience of champions league and premier league titles to bear and win it.

[@benjbutton]

But that boils down to “…if the other team lets us win, we’re great…” 😂

[@user-ed7et3pb4o]

@@benjbuttonmore like, ‘if the other team try to win, we play great’. Which is not a bad position to be in

[@jake2699]

One more thing to point out. Movement off the ball was so much more dynamic and frequent compared to previous games in the tournament. Rewatch foden hitting the post… has the space to run into because of the unselfish run in behind 👌

[@bugsie857]

England finally looked like the team we thought they were. The Dutch countered and England did not cope well for most of the second half.. but Southgate made those subs at a time when the Dutch thought they had it under control. Well played Southgate... well played England!

[@leecollins5497]

About bloody time!

[@PatrickCruickshank-w7v]

Putting a German referee in charge of a Netherlands game is like putting Scottish referee in charge of an England game.

[@HMPgarage]

That was one of the best match breakdowns I've ever seen. 👏

[@davidneely4791]

How do they do it so fast after the game as well. Very impressive

[@HMPgarage]

@@davidneely4791 I know right

[@karlpk3907]

England did look like an entirely different team, as though they somehow woke up from a bad dream. Haven't looked at the comments, but one thing you didn't mention Adam was how much Cody Gakpo was neutralized. He was a non factor, largely due to the 'three-morphing into 5 at the back" with Kyle Walker once again having a very steady typical performance. Finally, like you, I was very impressed with Mainoo's performance. He's really a hybrid 8-6 for now, but could eventually turn into regista type player, modeling his career on guys like Pirlo or Scholes. Barring any sort of career limiting injury I could see him getting 75 plus caps for England or more. He should be a first choice starter for the next two world cup cycles.

[@gsampson97]

I'm very glad Van De Ven wasn't playing. That block he made against Turkey.

[@o0oLukeo0o0o]

9:37 that’s why we need to make that change earlier 60-65 as soon as the tactics switch we either need a second faster striker on or take kane off

[@alifredy5945]

The reason England outplayed the Netherlands in the first half was the way Netherlands played 442 with only two CMS similar to England having 2 CMS as well, but Foden dropping back made England outnumber Netherlands in the first half, and the Netherlands did take control of the game after subbing depay for veerman In my opinion, England will suffer against Spain in the final because of the Spanish midfielders

[@user-ed7et3pb4o]

Spain have lost Pedri though, Rodri is obviously immense but luckily everyone on the England team has plenty of experience playing with/against him (unlike all of Spain’s previous opponents) and stand a better chance of dealing with it than most. There’s a resilience and fighting spirit in this team that there hasn’t been before and anything can happen. One thing that does worry me is that Spain are one of the dirtiest teams in the tournament and make a lot of tactical fouls, which England often struggle to deal with. Even when we get the free kicks, we lose a lot by having our flow interrupted. The Spanish will definitely be pulling out all those tricks at the weekend and will likely get away with it. So we’ll have to play fast and play brave

[@royalblue5758]

Mainoo has been outstanding for England and has a huge future in front of him. Birmingham fan here but that was a sensational strike by Watkins. I have great respect for Harry Kane but Watkins simply has to start on Sunday and Southgate did the right thing by making the change last night. Now he has to make the right choice for the team and the country on Sunday. He won't of course and that is his weakness. That aside well done to the players and the Southgate for a great achievement. Bring it home lads.

[@iankemp1131]

But remember the qualifying and warmup games where Watkins started and made no impact ... he's best for running in behind if opponents move forward or are getting leggy. Most opponents are sitting back, and Kane and the others can wear them down for the first hour or so.

[@lourenssmids3273]

the thing was: the NL didn't choose for either zone marking or either man marking. Therefore everyone withiin the Dutch team was in doubt and no clear choices were made. England had all the time on the ball, which is perfect for players like Bellingham and Foden and Saka. After Depay came off you saw that with Veerman as an extra player in midfield spaces were narrower and England didn't came through. England couldn't switch to a different play. That lack of flexibility will be fatal in the final. Spain will win the final easily.

[@Iron-Bridge]

I want Spain to win but I don't think it's going to be that easy. That short pass build from the back approach that Spain like to use can be exploited. And England are more athletic. Spain are better on the ball than England but any sloppy mistake will be swiftly punished.

[@QuotidianStupidity]

They did switch to a different play, which was to have a runner in Watkins… that’s literally what Adam just explained

[@kailashpatel1706]

I thought the whole approach of Koeman was wrong but he had a weak midfield to start with...no pace breaking from that area,no De Jung (look at how Erikson/Denmark troubled us)...They were easily swamped in that area therefore..England have no ability to change style of play i think, they have alot of qualities, fighting spirit and great subs..If Spain set up midfield correctly ( i don't know how!), they can win...

[@Nate-talks-design]

Absolute class analysis. Your videos have taught me so much more about the beautiful game and have made me appreciate this tournament so much more. I'm looking forward to more of this when the leagues start!

[@s.g.engineeringltds.g.engineer]

Spain are week at set pieces, and therefore definitely beatable. France managed to get chances and even score a goal against them! Come On England!!

[@OMNIRHAEGAR]

Southgate gets praise for “making the right subs” He should be starting these players anyway!

[@TheReferencer]

Didn’t realise Mainoo was 6! 😮

[@craigfoulkes]

6 and 3/4's. Lets get it correct.

[@stephenbradley6143]

These videos have been the highlight of the tournament for me, thank you!

[@davidbroughton1088]

All good, but Trippier should NEVER play left back. How many times was he 5 yards from the byline but cut inside cos he's right-footed? Don't blame him but we mighta scored more.

[@MrDrezzy007]

Adam is one of the few tactical guys i can watch for hours. Brilliant video as always.

[@Phalvesaurus]

The criticism of southgate is he’s too slow to sub. We got lucky this time, but why didn’t he put watkins on 20 minutes before if they were dominating us the whole 2nd half

[@QuotidianStupidity]

And why doesn’t Palmer start when he’s the reason we score goals

[@MultiFifa007]

If watkins comes on 20minites before, I'm might be a different game, watkins probably doesn't score that goal, the subs were perfect, like lucky or not it was the right desicion

[@timsyoutube6051]

It worked. Stop bloody moaning.

[@jamesduffy7549]

The reason Watkins scores there is because Dutch defence has been playing against Kanes game for 80 minutes. If you go to soon, that goal might not happen

[@clintstechtips6571]

He put them on at the right time you twit

[@seanmiller1983]

these videos have been absolutely class through the tournament, great work!

[@Stelfc]

Brilliant analysis as always

[@pbuxton]

Utterly bang on. I could not believe Kane didn’t make that run.

[@mikemulhall8085]

We need to go like for like with Spain to have a chance, Watkins should’ve come on sooner! Also, where was Gordon? Didn’t even see him on the bench - only glimpse was when he shook Southgate’s hand at the end.

[@mikem9309]

He was warming up at one point according the the commentary but didn’t see him. He is the ideal guy

[@dedbit6723]

I hope this is a learning point for Southgate about his bench and to keep giving these guys a shot when things are not progressing

[@XboneMalone]

Mainoo was wonderful throughout. Diverted the ball to Palmer for Watikns' winner. Postage stamp accuracy from Watkins Did enjoy watching Foden last night too. Although the Dutch did better in the 2nd half, Shaw made us look balanced and more threatening than the first half when we went forward.

[@davidneely4791]

Awesome as always, I could watch you analyse games all day. Very entertaining and informative, my knowledge has improved massively since watching your videos. And to do it the same day is really impressive!

[@sonlyme4445]

Plainly, it is true to say Gareth changed the game by bringing on Palmer and Watkins, but it is also true that Koeman changed his game at half time, and any other manager of quality would have watched how Netherlands dominated that 2nd half, and reacted before 60 minutes, not after 80 minutes. One thing I think we can all agree on is that Gareth Southgate is a very lucky manager for England. That Kane penalty was a disgrace of a decision.

[@Tesmond256]

Kane had one shot on target and the penalty in 80 minutes. Watkins managed one shot on target in 10 minutes!

[@BAD3GG]

Southgate certainly seems too reactionary, maybe he was waiting for the Dutch to switch up before making the counter changes, it certainly worked in the end, but he's definitely had his luck this tournament. The decision from the Ref initially was bad or overturning the initial decision was a "disgrace"?? Because anywhere else on the pitch studs up and missing the ball is a foul, why is it any different in the box?

[@jordan_roadhouse4798]

Holland did not dominate the 2nd half. Not even close. It was 50/50. But in what world is that penalty a disgrace??? It is an obvious foul. Dumfries missed the ball completely and took out Kane who got there first. How is that not a foul?

[@dandanthesoundman7607]

Agreed, but definitely disagree re: your view on the penalty.

[@jantje.96]

@@BAD3GG Because the penalty should have never been given regardless of the studs. Saka made hands just before the ball went to Kane.

[@thestuff9815]

Excellent video. I’m glad I saw the game correct and the person I was watChing commentary for was right. Everything you said was perfect. Also thank you for showing examples of Kane not moving forward, I couldn’t really see that live but the commentator I was watching kept on talking about it

[@bungaIowbill]

thank you Koeman for keeping Micky on the bench 🙏

[@farhan6329]

I'm guessing you are a Spurs fan 😅

[@Cosmo_Heist]

@@farhan6329 It is not a spurs fan or not issue, micky is someone who could not easily be put down and due to his speed wouldnt have allowed the walker offside assist to saka at all, that by itself had shown us the need of a pacey backline that could stop crosses like that from happening

[@bungaIowbill]

@@farhan6329 can neither confirm nor deny but surely he would alleviate a lot of netherlands' issues that adam pointed out

[@farhan6329]

@bungaIowbill I actually rate micky highly, I think he was one the best defender last season. If he had played, it would have been a different game.

[@peterkelder1451]

Mickey will come in the near future.....on the way to USA 26....

[@robellis4768]

I'm well chuffed. This is grand. Also want to say, followed our Adam over from the What culture days. Only started watching 442 because of you chap. Smashing it consistantly, every week for years now...

[@johnjesus02]

Honestly I didn't think we'd stand a chance against the Dutch, imagine my surprise when we dominated them for the first 45

[@clarencegaultieri8293]

The Dutch are Such an average team . England as usual Have played no one

[@SubstanceUK]

Why would you think this Dutch team would dominate England ? They're not a great Dutch squad at all.

[@PC-sq3zq]

So dominant it took the ref to give England a goal

[@beachlife2968]

Beating the Swiss was the biggest surprise for me as they were playing some great passing football especially against Italy. England might not always look great but they nullify the other teams by keeping possession.

[@danielbronks4234]

Cole palmer is the only England player on the pitch with the vision and touch to see that pass.

[@matthewdobson100]

Oh come on please, what nonsense.

[@paulwhite8358]

I'm not a Southgate fan and one game does not change anything about my opinion of his negative, inept tactics. I have to say though, I think he got it mostly right last night.

[@Benya-d9j]

If he had made correct substitutions throughout the tournament, a lot of the criticism would not have happened.