Harry Maguire Does Not Have a Compatible Partner in the England National Team

DBasia.news –  Football observer, Steve Nicol, considers that Harry Maguire does not have a compatible tandem in the England national team.

When England beat Kosovo 5-3, Harry Maguire was matched by Everton defender, Michael Keane. For Nicol, this strategy is proof that Southgate is lacking in central defender stock.

England still has John Stones who performed brilliantly with Manchester City. But the Liverpool legend considers the presence of Stones was not enough to help.

“I think if you are Gareth Southgate then the defense side should be a concern, there is no reason whatsoever. When the team scores five goals, your work is not done. You have to see what’s happening behind, “Nicol stated.

“I think some time in the future he will have a hard time seeing Keane’s collaboration with Maguire. I prefer to have a back line duo who complement each other and Maguire with Keane is not worth it. None of them has the speed, “he continued.

Nicol continued that the cause of England conceding a quick goal from Kosovo was due to Keane’s mistake in anticipating the ball. “The goal that occurred in the 30th second became proof there was no calmness. So Southgate must find a better tandem for Maguire, “he concluded.