Raheem Sterling is always ready to step up for England. Not just in scoring what proved to be the decisive injury-time penalty, but in chasing down a victory in the last 20 minutes, when a win appeared to be slipping away from England.
Sterling, 25, is firmly established as the Three Lions’ most important player, the one who delivers in big games and now thrives in the shirt which used to be an intimidating factor.
The Manchester City forward has come so far since he was riddled with self doubt at Euro 2016, and has stepped up to world-class level in the past three years.
His late penalty was his 11th goal for England in 12 games. Manager Gareth Southgate praised Sterling for his “exceptional” contribution, especially when the game
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