Levi Colwill has got a lot of people talking after his performance for England on Saturday against Ireland.
The three lions took on the Republic of Ireland in the UEFA Nations League, winning 2-0 at the Aviva Stadium.
Chelsea defender, Levi Colwill started the game, playing at left-back under the England’s’ interim boss Lee Carsley.
While his natural position is centre-back, he can operate as a left-back, and Colwill actually impressed the English media with his performance as one.
By the way, England’s Legendary defender Rio Ferdinand also seemed to be impressed with the 21-year-old’s display against Ireland.
Levi has been good for Chelsea, but today you can see he’s yet to show his potentials… Rio said.
“He’s partnership with Marc Guehi and Harry Maguire looks solid, hopefully they’ll achieve great things together…” Rio Ferdinand added in an interview with Footyvalid after the England’s game
Defensively, Colwill was very good in the Three Lions’ victory against the Republic of Ireland.
According to WhoScored rating, the Chelsea star made three tackles on the day. No player managed to record more than him, with Declan Rice also registering three.
Colwill also won three aerial duels, the third most in the game. All in all, it was a good day out for the defender.
He’s keen on returning to Chelsea soon after the international break is over And and Enzo Maresca’s team will travel to Bournemouth after the international break before taking on West Ham United at the London Stadium.
They then welcome Brighton & Hove Albion to Stamford Bridge. These are games where Colwill will truly be tested and he’s expected to play a huge role for the Londoners.
