The centre-back netted an unfortunate own goal against Scotland (Pictures: Getty)Gareth Southgate has hit out at the ‘idiotic’ treatment Harry Maguire has received over his continued inclusion in the England team and says the criticism is the worst he has ever seen. A visibly livid Southgate told beIN Sports after the match: ‘He was exceptional for us at the weekend. The reaction tonight is a consequence of idiots really from our side who have created that environment. And our fans were brilliant with him tonight.’On how Maguire has reacted, Southgate added: ‘He’s good, he’s great. He’s fronted up, as he always does, and again enormous credit to his character.’MORE : ‘Training ground players’ Harry Maguire and Kalvin Phillips cannot start for England, says Chris SuttonMORE : Gareth Southgate defends picking Harry Maguire and Jordan Henderson in latest England squadFor more stories like this, check our sport page.

Source: Metro September 13, 2023 00:15 UTC