“Harry Kane took my decision very professionally, young people need to gain experience”

England caretaker manager Lee Carsley left captain Harry Kane on the bench but the Three Lions won 3-0 away to Greece in their Nations League game.

“Harry was a complete professional with my decision. He of course wants to play every game, but he understands that it's important for other players to get experience too,” said Carsley, adding that the team's top scorer will start from the opening minutes against the Republic of Ireland later in the day. Sunday.

“I see the quality that the players in the team have. Young people are fully prepared to push themselves. Curtis Jones played superbly. He shows class and routine as well as a lot of intelligence and the ability to find space. Jude Bellingham gives a very good performance, Conor Gallagher acts very in sync with Jones. There are many positive things.

If we want to win the world title with these players, we need to help them gain experience. We have shown in the past that we have very good players. The biggest challenge is finding the right balance and keeping them fit when they are needed most,” Carsley said.