Cycling together, enjoying the natural scenery in Germany, and avoiding public opinion after the disappointing opening match is how the England team relaxes before facing Denmark on June 20.
Each person on a mountain bike, fully equipped with a helmet, all members of the England team roamed the hills and mountains around the Blankenhain gathering area, one day after the 1-0 victory over Serbia. The England team often has such collective activities whenever participating in major campaigns under coach Gareth Southgate.
Jude Bellingham scored the only goal against Serbia
British and European media criticized England’s playing style against Serbia, especially targeting key players such as Harry Kane, Phil Foden, John Stones… when their performance was too low compared to expectations. The British press is worried that if they still show such a pale face and unconvincing playing style, the Three Lions will hardly have the opportunity to reach the championship as expected.
England’s victory was described as unconvincing
Taking advantage of the time to rest after the match, coach Gareth Southgate asked the players to cycle around the Blankenhain area to enjoy the natural scenery and is also an effective solution to relax and “relieve stress”. ” has just avoided the attention and scrutiny of the large international media force in Germany these days.
Jordan Pickford, Harry Kane and Kyle Walker relax
Bellingham down a hilly road
Jude Bellingham and captain Harry Kane leisurely cycled along with goalkeeper Jordan Pickford and defender Kyle Walker. Behind, it was easy to spot the trio of Declan Rice, John Stones and Bukayo Saka with bright faces, as if forgetting all the troubles after the opening match. Central defender Marc Guehi, who had an encouraging performance against Serbia, leisurely pressed each lap.
The trio of Declan Rice, John Stones and Bukayo Saka
The result speaks for itself and no matter how “ugly” the victory was, it still brought all 3 points to the English. That is how the Three Lions members consoled themselves and affirmed to leave everything behind and move towards the goals ahead.
Kieran Trippier shows off his “silk steering wheel” talent
Denmark, with a squad that includes many familiar faces playing in the Premier League such as Christian Eriksen and Rasmus Hojlund, will certainly pose a formidable challenge for England. The two sides meet on the night of June 20 and England will play their final group game against Slovenia on June 25.