Former England manager Steve McClaren believes the fear factor that has hampered the"Three Lions" in previous tournaments has returned to Gareth Southgate's squad, who faced criticism for a flat performance in Friday night's goalless draw with Scotland.
"England played with fear. They didn't want to make mistakes. They were playing safe, square, backwards. They weren't aggressive enough," he told Sky Sports. Former England defender Gary Neville suggested that the much hyped-up"Battle of Britain" may have negatiely impacted England."Is it too big for them in terms of expectation? A few of those lads, it's probably the biggest game they've played in, all the media leading up to the game... Sometimes it can just mentally take it out of you. That was such a lacklustre display in such a big game," he said.
The drab display from England's top goalscorer and captain Harry Kane, substituted in both games, has caused particular concern for England supporters and former Scotland manager Graeme Souness said unless he can refind his form.
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