The Euro Cup final is about to kick off, and British media outlet The Daily Telegraph offers advice to the England national team, suggesting that they can secure victory by leveraging their height advantage.
The article notes that Spain is very adept at scoring through crosses, and England is similarly skilled in this area. However, England has a clear height advantage over Spain, with Spanish defenders Carvajal and Cucurella notably lacking in height. By orchestrating triangular plays involving Kane, Bellingham, and any of the fullbacks, England can then deliver crosses. Even if these don’t result in goals, they will still pose significant threats.
Additionally, facing an opponent like Spain, England must prepare for potentially low possession rates. However, Spain’s current squad is not as dominant as it once was; their ball control isn’t as strong as in the era of Busquets, Xavi, and Iniesta.
Beyond this, exploiting the matchup between Saka and Cucurella could resolve many issues. In league play, Arsenal defeated Chelsea 5-0, with Saka directly opposing Cucurella. During their multiple direct encounters, Saka emerged victorious each time. England can utilize this tactic to increase its attacking opportunities.