International Reds – Part 2

Ashley Young was England’s hero Vs Wales, netting the winner in a 1-0 win for England. The result means England are one point away from securing a place in next summer’s European Championships. Chris Smalling earned his second England cap, as he continued at right back, with Wayne Rooney spearheading England’s attack for 89 minutes before being substituted for Andy Carrol with one minute of the game left.

Darren Fletcher meanwhile missed a penalty for Scotland in their important game Vs Lithuania. Fortunately for the midfielder, Steven Naismith was able to get him out of jail by scoring the only goal to leave Scotland two points behind the Czech Republic in the race for a playoff spot.

Patrice Evra played the full 90 minutes in France’s 0-0 draw away to Romania but was extremely fortunate not to walk away with a broken ankle after a challenge and with the poor state of the pitch.

Jonny Evans suspended could only watch in Northern Ireland’s heavy 4-1 defeat to Estonia.