Gary Lineker described England’s performance against Denmark as ‘lethargic’ (The Rest Is Football)Gary Lineker has described Gareth Southgate’s decision to not play a high-pressing style with England as ‘inexplicable’ following the 1-1 draw with Denmark at Euro 2024. But the manner of the performance against Denmark has raised concerns over England’s ability to reach the latter stages of the tournament. ‘I can’t imagine anybody who is English who would’ve enjoyed England’s performance,’ Lineker said on The Rest Is Football podcast. Gareth Southgate is under pressure after England’s unconvincing start to Euro 2024 (UEFA via Getty)‘Was it tactically inept? It’s really hard to be critical of Gareth Southgate because overall in the England role he’s turned England’s fortunes around in many ways.

Source: Metro June 21, 2024 18:21 UTC