Gareth Southgate praises Marc Guehi’s standout performance in England’s Euro 2024 victory over Serbia

Gareth Southgate, the Three Lions manager, praised Crystal Palace defender Marc Guehi for his impressive performance in England’s 1-0 victory over Serbia at Euro 2024. The 23-year-old center-back passed his test with flying colors in the team’s first match of the tournament, showcasing his ability to handle the aerial threat despite not being the tallest on the field.

Former England defender Micah Richards also commended Guehi’s performance, admiring his calm and composed demeanor on the field. His flawless display included a 96% pass completion rate and a 100% success rate in tackles and ground duels.

On the Football Daily podcast, former Three Lions goalkeeper Joe Hart labeled Guehi as England’s standout performer in the match. Hart noted that Guehi’s exceptional display allowed fellow center-back John Stones to excel in his game, and emphasized the importance of Guehi’s continued presence in the team for the development of their defensive partnership.