England manager Garath Southgate is confident that his team will improve in the next games. As for the results of the latest match, there were many satisfying things.
The Three Lions beat Serbia 1-0 in the Euro 2024 Group C first match on Sunday, Promotion ufabet with the Three Lions next competing against Denmark on June 20.
“They (Serbia) are a strong team. We faced great hardship. I think it was good for us to pass this kind of play and defend the box when under pressure. It is important for the team.
“I was pleased with how we played many moments, especially in the first half. We played very well with the ball. But in the second half we didn’t keep the ball well in the way we wanted. But it’s important to win and start like this.
“Serbia have to attack because they need goals. We also had some great chances (Harry Kane’s header that was deflected off the crossbar by the goalkeeper) but I’m pleased with how we showed resilience.
“Serbia’s playing system still makes it difficult for us to create chances. We have to be patient and show quality at the right time. We defended well as a team. A lot of energy was lost but I’m not surprised because it’s been a long time since the players played the full 90 minutes. We could have shown a more effective performance.” Southgate said.