The great number nine decline - where have England's strikers gone?
Summary
The article discusses a decline in the number of top English strikers, with Harry Kane being the only traditional striker in the current England squad. Injuries have played a part, but there is a concerning lack of emerging English forwards to lead the national team's attack in the future.Key Facts
- Harry Kane is the only traditional striker in England's current squad.
- Other forwards included in the team can also play as strikers, but they are not traditional number nines.
- Injuries have affected the availability of other English strikers like Ollie Watkins and Dominic Solanke.
- There are concerns about the lack of young English strikers emerging.
- Only eight English strikers have played in the Premier League this season, with just one under age 26.
- In the past, more English strikers scored 10 or more goals in a Premier League season.
- English strikers collectively scored fewer goals last season compared to previous years.
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