Football Ramble You miss the Premier League, do you?
Nov 17, 2025
The hosts tackle the international break, urging fans to stop complaining. England's perfect qualifying campaign is celebrated, with standout moments from Kane and Bellingham being discussed. Ireland's thrilling comeback in Hungary is a highlight, showcasing Troy Parrott's heroics. Meanwhile, Portugal's massive victory over Armenia raises eyebrows, especially in Ronaldo's absence. The drama continues with Scotland's painful loss to Greece and Denmark's struggles, all while Norway emerges as a dark horse with Haaland's dazzling performances.
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England's Efficient Rotation System
- England's qualification run has been ruthlessly efficient with rotation and control rather than star-centric dependency.
- Tuchel experiments with personnel to build depth while maintaining a dominant record.
Blood Young Midfielders Gradually
- Give Adam Wharton more minutes to adapt his passing tempo to England's midfield role.
- Use him as a rotation option or impact substitute to free Declan Rice for deeper work.
Bellingham's Swagger Is A Double-Edged Sword
- Jude Bellingham's confident demeanour can divide opinion but also provides an engine England needs.
- Tuchel manages his behaviour and game-time to balance team cohesion and individual spark.
