An array of squad depth at Southgate's disposal
Much has been said about England's attacking options in recent years and how it compares to the golden generation of Wayne Rooney, David Beckham and Michael Owen. After a fresh crop of talent replaced the likes of Jesse Lingard, Dele Alli and Jamie Vardy for the European Championships last year, the number of quality players to choose from is a welcomed problem for Gareth Southgate.
Against Iran, Bukayo Saka and Raheem Sterling opted to partner Harry Kane in attack, and they both found themselves on the scoresheet in the rampant win for the Three Lions. But when Southgate brought Marcus Rashford, Phil Foden and Jack Grealish onto the field simultaneously, in a huge statement of their options.
