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Rashford could do a job - of course he could. Not the same job though. Sterling's best work is when England have the ball. It isn't about 'harrying the defence' (Sterling isn't even asked to do that - his brief out of possession is to tuck back behind the ball). If you wanted your forward...

Vida. I'm surprised he is playing tbh. Really surprised that FIFA didn't issue a ban, for his little 'Glory to Ukraine' video, he posted, to celebrate vanquishing Russia. Though, the BBC are reporting today, that FIFA are now investigating a second similar video...

It is perfectly valid* *as long as Welbeck isn't the other player you're thinking of.

Not at all. On this issue though - anyone who thinks Sterling is NOT worth his place in the side - those that see a couple of missed chances, but don't understand the value of the movement off the ball, or the covering back, etc - then yes, in a football (only) sense - they're not very bright.

I didn't see the pre-match. Did they say "He's shit. Get him on the next plane home. I hope he breaks both legs, the little ****", or something about 'decision making' or 'end product'?

Same. Sterling is an essential member of a TEAM that is doing very well. He was excellent in the Sweden game. Yes, he missed one good chance (thanks to a decent bit of goalkeeping), but it was a chance that his brilliantly timed run, and pace, made possible in the first place. He's creating...