'I went into the Euros after an eight-week injury and did not play one game. 'And I got into the team of the tournament.'
Harry Maguire gave a defiant interview on talkSPORT to defend his place in the England team after the 1-0 to Italy on Friday night.Maguire has defended England and his place in the team, with the latest goalless show leaving England 450 minutes without a goal in open play – their worst run in 22 years.
Despite a solid performance at the San Siro, Maguire’s place in the starting XI has been scrutinised after he was dropped by United boss Erik ten Hag.The Red Devils captain has endured a prolonged run of poor form – but Southgate looks set to stick with him for the World Cup in November.
“So, that is the reason they do it, they like the clicks, and things like that, but I went into the Euros after an eight-week injury, and did not play one game, and got into the team of the tournament.Watch the World Cup with talkSPORT