Curtis Jones has disclosed the factors that contributed to his incredible England debut on Thursday night.
In their Nations League Group B match, the Three Lions easily defeated Greece 3-0, and the Liverpool midfielder made his debut for the team.
Jones put on a fantastic display as the center midfielder, and his clean backheel finish in the second half helped seal the victory.
When Jones was questioned about “making an impression” on the day in an interview with ITV Sport, he gave away the key to his success.
“The guys around helped as well,” he stated. I was playing free when I got out there! I was having fun, I was smiling, and I was glad I had a goal when I left.
With a squad like ours, I can go high, come low, and get on the ball and play because there are guys there to support me. Jude stayed behind, giving me a chance, and I was fortunate to score.
Curtis Jones has revealed what helped inspire his sensational England debut on Thursday
The midfielder for Liverpool scored a wonderful backheel goal as England defeated Greece 3-0.
After some deft play down the right-hand side, Ollie Watkins of Aston Villa scored from close range to give England the lead within six minutes.
Jude Bellingham’s long-range attempt struck the post, then bounced off the keeper and nestled into the net to give the Three Lions a two-goal advantage after the interval.
Jones completed the victory with a clean backheel after Morgan Gibbs-White’s ball.
With one goal and one assist from his eight Premier League games this season, the midfielder has been in outstanding form for the Reds.
The Greece crowd’s lasers were directed at England’s players during their Nations League match.
Bright green lasers were seen on Real Madrid star Bellingham as he was sprinting through on goal, seemingly to deter him.
During the game, the lasers also targeted England goalie Jordan Pickford.
Carsley chose to start Ollie Watkins up front rather than Three Lions captain Kane despite the importance of the game, and he later gave an explanation for his choice.
Jones continued to play well for Liverpool this season until the international break.
“It was important to give Ollie Watkins the opportunity,” he remarked. A night like this is wonderful for him to enjoy.
This team must make an effort to develop leaders, and providing them with opportunities is one way to achieve that.
Regarding Kane, he stated, “He’s fine.” He desires to participate. Since then, though, he has had an amazing attitude.
“I think Ollie will perform incredibly well tonight, and it’s crucial that we give players a chance.”