An England side containing 10 of the current squad faced Denmark in October in a Nations League match and lost 1-0 to a Christian Eriksen penalty. But Kasper Hjulmand’s side will be largely the same as the one which left London with three points eight months ago. Yet to concedeMaguire looks rock solid at the moment as part of an England defence which has yet to concede a goal in the tournament. And with Harry Kane back to scoring form with three goals in the two knockout stage games, England looks to be peaking at the right moment. Denmark’s performances, where it has responded to the Eriksen trauma in such inspiring fashion, should also keep England focused.

Source: The Hindu July 06, 2021 17:26 UTC