surely? HT: Italy 0-0 England20:33, Jonathan GorrieWell, that was dull. Kane blazes over20:29, Jonathan Gorrie41:00 - Kane breaks but opts not to use Foden to his right, instead blazing over from just outside the box. Dan Kilpatrick at San Siro20:28, Jonathan GorrieDier has looked assured at the heart of the back three on his first England appearance for nearly two years. He is essentially a specialist in the role now, having been used there by Conte since he took over at Spurs. Good spell for England20:23, Jonathan Gorrie35:00 - James and Kane earning the away side two corners in quick succession, though England are yet to have a shot.
Jorginho always in space20:19, Jonathan Gorrie32:00 - Rice and Bellingham leaving the Chelsea star to pick passes at will. A gap that needs tightening. Phil Foden getting on the ball20:16, Jonathan Gorrie28:00 - The City star is dropping deeper, looking to take on players and find angles. The more he sees of the ball, the better chance England have of breaking this Italian team down. Game of few chances20:10, Jonathan Gorrie23:00 - Reece James gets forward and should do better with an early cross to Kane, which falls just behind the England captain.
England break20:53, Jonathan Gorrie48:00 - Kane goes alone instead of finding Foden, winning a corner with a shot from a tight angle. England opened up20:50, Jonathan Gorrie49:00 - Brilliant switch of play fees Acerbi of all people in the box but his shot is blocked. Back underway! 20:48, Jonathan GorrieSurely, it’s got to get better? Dan Kilpatrick at San Siro20:34, Jonathan GorrieNot a classic. Barring the odd link up between Foden and Bellingham, England have been uninspiring so far in San Siro and have now gone over 400 minutes without an open-play goal. Things can only get better...