Arsene Wenger has claimed that Jordan Henderson will be “important” for England in the next stage of the European Championship.
Speaking to beINSports after Gareth Southgate’s men booked their passage into the semi-finals of the tournament, the former Arsenal boss was keen to praise the Liverpool captain’s forward-mindedness in the 4-0 victory against Ukraine.
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The midfielder registered his first international goal, courtesy of well-taken header, against Andriy Shevchenko’s side to help seal the Three Lions’ win.
You can catch the clip below, courtesy of beINSports:
Arsène Wenger has praised the impact of Jordan Henderson tonight, and is convinced that England will reach the final based on home advantage!#beINEURO2020 #EURO2020 #UKRENG
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