đź”— Share this article Watkins Holds the Edge - Yet Calvert-Lewin Could Yet Make the World Cup A solitary goal in his opening ten English top division games this campaign had numerous questioning whether Dominic Calvert-Lewin's prime were over. However, a mere four weeks later, he stands as the most discussed attacker in England following scoring 7 goals in 6 straight games. His newest finish, in a tie against Sunderland, elevated his tally to eight, seeing him become the leading English goalscorer in the Premier League this term. A Stunning Resurgence The 28-year-old joined Leeds United on a free transfer in the summer, following a nine-year period with Everton that was hampered by setbacks in its final stages. However, the statistics underpinning his revival in Daniel Farke's new counter-attacking 3-5-2 formation are genuinely remarkable. His six-game scoring run sees him in prestigious company as just the 11th English player to score in six or more successive Premier League fixtures. To frame that statistic, even England captain Harry Kane never managed a run lasting this many games - his best stands at two individual five-match runs. And the only English striker to surpass Calvert-Lewin in recent years is Jamie Vardy, who went on an eight-game scoring streak for Leicester City in 2019. The Secret to the Scoring Form? What is behind Calvert-Lewin so hard to stop in this period? A recent opponent's manager explained it perfectly. "He has the ideal timing," the manager stated. "He's clever and a genuinely top-class striker and he found the timing to arrive just on time." That instinct and positional sense inside the 18-yard box was what turned him into a popular figure at his former team. Experts note the system adjustment to a 3-5-2 as a major factor, helping a greater number of players to get into the box and occupy defenders, thus provided the striker a little more space. "He is a traditional centre-forward," observed a former professional. "For the goal... it was a neat little flick beyond the keeper, a typical centre-forward's goal." "I've experienced a lot since then. Lots of highs and lots of lows. A challenge of mentality and I've persisted and kept going... I've believed in myself and here I am now." His manager has expressed no surprise at this rich vein of form, emphasizing that the player is "a top strikers" in the league. The England Dilemma Calvert-Lewin's resurgence has naturally sparked conversations of an England call-up. The former Sheffield United player has 11 England appearances, netting four goals, but has not represented the national team since the most recent European Championship. Observers feel the striker will be in contention for the World Cup squad if he can sustain this standard. "He looks as sharp as he has in a while," one said. "If he continues this level of form... then he's going to be in a discussion for a World Cup place." Fierce Rivalry But, the battle for places as backup to Harry Kane is fierce. Ollie Watkins of Aston Villa, coming off a match-winning double versus Chelsea, is presently seen as in front in the selection race, according to some opinion. "If you compare the two players, Watkins holds the edge in terms of using his speed to get behind teams," it was stated. "He also has the advantage when it comes to making a decisive impact at a major tournament." Finally, whether Calvert-Lewin makes it to the squad could hinge on how many out-and-out strikers the national team coach decides to include. "I think it might come down to whether he selects two or three centre-forwards," an expert added. "If it is three, he definitely has a chance."
A solitary goal in his opening ten English top division games this campaign had numerous questioning whether Dominic Calvert-Lewin's prime were over. However, a mere four weeks later, he stands as the most discussed attacker in England following scoring 7 goals in 6 straight games. His newest finish, in a tie against Sunderland, elevated his tally to eight, seeing him become the leading English goalscorer in the Premier League this term. A Stunning Resurgence The 28-year-old joined Leeds United on a free transfer in the summer, following a nine-year period with Everton that was hampered by setbacks in its final stages. However, the statistics underpinning his revival in Daniel Farke's new counter-attacking 3-5-2 formation are genuinely remarkable. His six-game scoring run sees him in prestigious company as just the 11th English player to score in six or more successive Premier League fixtures. To frame that statistic, even England captain Harry Kane never managed a run lasting this many games - his best stands at two individual five-match runs. And the only English striker to surpass Calvert-Lewin in recent years is Jamie Vardy, who went on an eight-game scoring streak for Leicester City in 2019. The Secret to the Scoring Form? What is behind Calvert-Lewin so hard to stop in this period? A recent opponent's manager explained it perfectly. "He has the ideal timing," the manager stated. "He's clever and a genuinely top-class striker and he found the timing to arrive just on time." That instinct and positional sense inside the 18-yard box was what turned him into a popular figure at his former team. Experts note the system adjustment to a 3-5-2 as a major factor, helping a greater number of players to get into the box and occupy defenders, thus provided the striker a little more space. "He is a traditional centre-forward," observed a former professional. "For the goal... it was a neat little flick beyond the keeper, a typical centre-forward's goal." "I've experienced a lot since then. Lots of highs and lots of lows. A challenge of mentality and I've persisted and kept going... I've believed in myself and here I am now." His manager has expressed no surprise at this rich vein of form, emphasizing that the player is "a top strikers" in the league. The England Dilemma Calvert-Lewin's resurgence has naturally sparked conversations of an England call-up. The former Sheffield United player has 11 England appearances, netting four goals, but has not represented the national team since the most recent European Championship. Observers feel the striker will be in contention for the World Cup squad if he can sustain this standard. "He looks as sharp as he has in a while," one said. "If he continues this level of form... then he's going to be in a discussion for a World Cup place." Fierce Rivalry But, the battle for places as backup to Harry Kane is fierce. Ollie Watkins of Aston Villa, coming off a match-winning double versus Chelsea, is presently seen as in front in the selection race, according to some opinion. "If you compare the two players, Watkins holds the edge in terms of using his speed to get behind teams," it was stated. "He also has the advantage when it comes to making a decisive impact at a major tournament." Finally, whether Calvert-Lewin makes it to the squad could hinge on how many out-and-out strikers the national team coach decides to include. "I think it might come down to whether he selects two or three centre-forwards," an expert added. "If it is three, he definitely has a chance."