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8′ England 0-0 Switzerland

England already being more adventurous in and out-of-possession.

Trippier has tried to attack a back-post Saka cross, Mainoo is taking up advanced positions and they’re pressing much higher than in previous games.

Advanced wing-backs helping to pin Switzerland into a back-five and give freedom for Foden and Bellingham to drop out in the half-spaces and get on the ball.

I much prefer them on opposite sides to their dominant foot. England had similar success at getting their wingers/No 10s on the ball in the Germany round of 16 game at Euro 2020.

Southgate then spoke of the “tactical problem” that advanced wing-backs can cause.

I expected to see them on the other side but think there’s a lot of value to ensuring Saka gets put in advanced positions down the right.

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