Southgate and Rice Respond to Criticism After Denmark Match
England Face Slovenia in Cologne on Tuesday
Gareth Southgate and Declan Rice have responded to criticism after England's goalless draw with Denmark on Friday. The Three Lions were booed off the pitch at the Riverside Stadium after a disappointing performance, but Southgate has defended his team's performance and Rice has vowed to improve.
Southgate Defends Team's Performance
Southgate said: "I think we played well in the first half and created some good chances. We didn't take them, but I thought we played with a good tempo and intensity. In the second half, we didn't play as well and Denmark grew into the game. Overall, I'm not too disappointed with the performance, but we know we need to improve."
Rice Vows to Improve
Rice said: "I know I didn't have my best game against Denmark. I made a few mistakes and I didn't play with the confidence that I usually do. I'm going to work hard in training and I'm determined to improve. I want to be a key player for England and I'm going to do everything I can to make that happen."
England Face Slovenia in Cologne on Tuesday
England face Slovenia in Cologne on Tuesday in their second UEFA Nations League match. England will be looking to bounce back from their disappointing draw with Denmark and get their Nations League campaign off to a winning start. Slovenia are unbeaten in their last eight games in all competitions and will be no pushovers for Southgate's men.
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