"On a rain-soaked Thursday night at Wembley, England defeated Serbia 2-0 in their penultimate World Cup qualifier, extending their flawless campaign to seven wins from seven. Goals from Bukayo Saka (28′) and substitute Eberechi Eze (90′) sealed the victory, ensuring Thomas Tuchel's side remain untouchable at the top of Group K, while extinguishing the last hope Serbia had of qualifying for the main tournament next year."
"England, already qualified for the 2026 World Cup, lined up in a 4-2-3-1 under Thomas Tuchel. Starting XI: Jordan Pickford; Reece James, John Stones, Ezri Konsa, Nico O'Reilly (debut); Declan Rice, Elliot Anderson; Bukayo Saka, Morgan Rogers, Marcus Rashford; Harry Kane (captain). Bench Impact: Phil Foden, Jude Bellingham, and Eberechi Eze were introduced in the second half, adding creativity and energy. Notable Absentees: Marc Guéhi (foot injury), Anthony Gordon, Nick Pope, and Noni Madueke missed out, while Ollie Watkins and Jack Grealish remained"
England defeated Serbia 2-0 at Wembley, extending a perfect World Cup qualifying record to seven wins from seven. Bukayo Saka scored in the 28th minute after a free-kick clearance and a blocked shot looped up to him, and substitute Eberechi Eze added a late goal in the 90th minute. Thomas Tuchel deployed a 4-2-3-1 with Jordan Pickford in goal and Harry Kane captain. Phil Foden, Jude Bellingham and Eze influenced the second half from the bench. Serbia, coached by Veljko Paunović, missed Aleksandar Mitrović and struggled to create chances, ending their tournament hopes.
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