Wilshere, Sturridge and more: Twitter reacts as England beat Denmark
Jack Wilshere and Daniel Sturridge both tweet their thoughts as England beat Denmark at Wembley
Daniel Sturridge’s late goal earned England a 1-0 friendly victory over Denmark in Wednesday’s friendly at Wembley.
The Liverpool striker headed in Adam Lallana’s cross for his 12th goal in as many games to give England a first win in three attempts.
The Three Lions’ victory prompted plenty of activity on Twitter – and here are our favourite updates, in chronological order.
Swansea’s Wayne Routledge (@WayneRoutledge) is the first to heap praise on Lallana following his assist for Sturridge’s goal: “Adam Lallana so gifted with a football.. It’s a joy to watch”
Manchester United defender Rio Ferdinand (@rioferdy5) adds to the praise: “Adam….added that bit of flair we were missing tonight when he came on….”
And ex-Liverpool forward Neil Mellor (@NeilMellor33) echoes Ferdinand’s thoughts: “What a delivery from Lallana. Superb weight of cross into a clever area! Has to be involved for England at the World Cup.”
Former Hull City man Jimmy Bullard (@1JimmyBullard) praises the in-form Liverpool forward: “Sturridge in such good nick! What a player!”
Arsenal legend Ian Wright (@IanWright0) gives his take on Roy Hodgson’s defensive options: “I believe with the centre halves on show and in the squad, Michael Dawson should get a go !”
Arsenal midfielder Jack Wilshere (@JackWilshere) thanks the fans for their support: “Good win tonight! Thanks to all the fans who made it to Wembley was a good atmosphere! #ENG”
Boxer George Groves (@StGeorgeGroves), who will take on Carl Froch at Wembley in May, was in the house: “Guess where I was tonight soaking up the atmosphere?? #TeamSaintGG #Wembley #Mandated”
Match-winner Daniel Sturridge (@D_Sturridge) tweets his delight after the final whistle: “Great team win. Always a pleasure to play for England. I’m humbled by all that God blesses me with.”
And finally, England defender Glen Johnson (@glen_johnson) adds his thoughts: “Good win tonight and so proud to have finally got to 50 caps been stuck on 49 for ages….. #Buzzin”
