Leading from the back and, in one crucial moment against Aston Villa, leading from the front. It might be old school but Maguire’s mountainous presence remains a valuable attacking asset for club and country. But just as crucial was Maguire’s aerial assist for Harry Kane’s late winner in the opening game against Tunisia. So, while the injury to Lisandro Martinez - likely to be out until April at the earliest with knee ligament damage - is a major blow for Erik ten Hag, Maguire’s presence will give him that extra measure of attacking threat from set-pieces. Southgate has never lost faith in him and Ten Hag now appears to be finding some faith in him.

Source: Express February 12, 2024 16:43 UTC