Lineker: England can win Euro 2028; Saka averages a goal or assist every 59 minutes

Published Jul 20, 01:10 AM UTC

Following England's 6-4 victory over France in the World Cup third-place match, former England striker Gary Lineker stated on his podcast 'Football Talk' that he believes England can win the 2028 European Championship. The match, which Lineker described as highly entertaining and somewhat like a testimonial, secured England's best tournament finish since 1966. A major talking point was Bukayo Saka, who scored a hat-trick after being an unused substitute in the semi-final against Argentina. Co-host Micah Richards questioned manager Thomas Tuchel's decision to bench Saka entirely in the semi-final, while Alan Shearer called the arrangement 'very strange.' Lineker noted Saka averages a goal or assist every 59 minutes, with 3 goals and 3 assists in the tournament. Richards emphasized Saka's value extends beyond scoring, as he draws fouls and drives the team forward.