September 10th 2024.
During England's recent victory over Finland, Angel Gomes caught the attention of football fans with his impressive performance. His debut for the Three Lions earned him praises from former player Ian Wright, who was thoroughly impressed by the young midfielder's skills displayed against both Ireland and Finland.
Gomes' inclusion in the squad came as a surprise to many, reuniting him with manager Lee Carsley, whom he had previously played under for the England U21s. In his first game as a substitute in the Nations League against Ireland, Gomes looked calm and composed on the field, showcasing his talent with the ball in his limited time on the pitch.
Continuing his impressive form, the 24-year-old played the entire 90 minutes in England's 2-0 win against Finland at Wembley on Tuesday. He showed great composure and didn't make a single mistake, proving his worth in the starting lineup.
Gomes' impressive performance was almost capped off with a goal, as he brilliantly won the ball from Matti Peltola in the box. However, before he could take a shot, the referee blew the whistle for a free-kick, much to the disappointment of the young midfielder.
Before this call-up, not many England fans were familiar with Gomes' playing style. But after his two appearances for the Three Lions, they will surely be looking forward to seeing more of the former Manchester United star in action.
Wright, who was working as a pundit for ITV, was full of praise for Gomes, saying, "Seeing Angel Gomes in that midfield, constantly on the move whether he's high up, in the middle, or at the back for us in the six. He was doing progressive things, everything he did was very progressive. And he was always available in any area, constantly wanting the ball."
Roy Keane, another pundit on the panel, agreed with Wright's assessment, saying, "You said it before the game, Wrighty, 'he's busy'. Hit the nail on the head. I'm not sure, did he make a mistake tonight?"
However, with the return of star midfielders Jude Bellingham, Phil Foden, and Cole Palmer from injury, Keane questioned whether Gomes would retain his place in the starting lineup. He also added, "Great options, and obviously, that's where the challenges will come in the next few games when these players come into the squad. Tactics, the system, who's going to play? That will probably be a bit of a headache for Carsley. High-class problems."
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