Bukayo Saka’s starting spot in Gareth Southgate’s England XI ahead of the knockout stages has been heavily scrutinized after Phill Foden’s heroics against Wales on Tuesday night as the Three Lions confirmed top spot in their group with a 3-0 victory.
Foden was on the scoresheet and had an impressive performance, which has put him in the reckoning to start on Sunday against Senegal ahead of Saka. However. Saka has already proved why he should reclaim his spot in the crucial round of 16 tie.
Saka started England's first game of the World Cup. Gareth Southgate opted to start Arsenal's youngster on the right wing to complement Harry Kane, who led the line. He certainly repaid the favour as his two goals helped the Three Lions to a rampant 6-2 victory over Iran. And he should be given the chance to start in another pivotal match for his country.
