🔗 Share this article Watkins Maintains the Advantage - Yet Calvert-Lewin Could Still Secure the International Squad A solitary goal in his initial ten Premier League games this season had plenty of wondering whether Dominic Calvert-Lewin's prime were in the past. But, a only four weeks on, he has become the most discussed striker in England after bagging 7 goals in six back-to-back games. His newest goal, in a 1-1 draw against Sunderland, took his tally to eight, making him the leading English scorer in the Premier League this term. An Impressive Revival The 28-year-old moved to Leeds United on a Bosman move in the summer, following a nine-year stint with Everton that was marred by setbacks in its closing stages. However, the numbers supporting his comeback in Daniel Farke's new fast-breaking 3-5-2 formation are genuinely remarkable. His six-match scoring run places him in prestigious company as just the 11th English player to score in six or more consecutive Premier League fixtures. To put that into perspective, even England captain Harry Kane was unable to produce a run of this length - his longest is two distinct five-match streaks. And the sole English striker to better Calvert-Lewin in recent memory is Jamie Vardy, who went on an eight-game scoring streak for Leicester City in 2019. The Reason for the Scoring Form? Why has Calvert-Lewin so tough to stop in the past month? A recent opponent's manager explained it perfectly. "He has the perfect timing," the manager stated. "He's smart and a genuinely top-class striker and he found the timing to arrive just on time." That natural ability and positional sense inside the 18-yard box was what turned him into a beloved player at his previous club. Experts note the tactical shift to a 3-5-2 as a major factor, allowing a greater number of players to enter the box and occupy defenders, thereby provided the striker a little more space. "He is a archetypal centre-forward," observed a former professional. "For the goal... it was a exquisite little finish beyond the keeper, a textbook centre-forward's goal." "I've experienced a lot since then. Lots of highs and lots of downs. A challenge of character and I've hung in there and kept going... I've backed myself and now I'm reaping the rewards." His manager has shown little astonishment at this hot streak, emphasizing that the player is "a top strikers" in the competition. The England Conversation Calvert-Lewin's resurgence has naturally ignited conversations of an England return. The ex- Sheffield United player has eleven England appearances, netting four goals, but has not played for the country since the most recent European Championship. Pundits think the striker will be in consideration for the World Cup squad if he can sustain this level. "He looks as sharp as he has in a considerable period," one remarked. "If he continues this level of form... then he's going to be in a debate for a World Cup place." Fierce Competition But, competition for places supporting Harry Kane is intense. Ollie Watkins of Aston Villa, coming off a match-winning double against Chelsea, is currently regarded as leading in the pecking order, according to some assessment. "If you compare the two players, Watkins has the advantage in terms of using his speed to test teams," it was noted. "He also holds the edge when it comes to making a meaningful impact at a big competition." In the end, whether Calvert-Lewin makes it to the squad could hinge on how many out-and-out strikers the head coach decides to include. "I think it might come down to whether he includes two or three centre-forwards," an analyst summarized. "If it is three, he certainly has a chance."
A solitary goal in his initial ten Premier League games this season had plenty of wondering whether Dominic Calvert-Lewin's prime were in the past. But, a only four weeks on, he has become the most discussed striker in England after bagging 7 goals in six back-to-back games. His newest goal, in a 1-1 draw against Sunderland, took his tally to eight, making him the leading English scorer in the Premier League this term. An Impressive Revival The 28-year-old moved to Leeds United on a Bosman move in the summer, following a nine-year stint with Everton that was marred by setbacks in its closing stages. However, the numbers supporting his comeback in Daniel Farke's new fast-breaking 3-5-2 formation are genuinely remarkable. His six-match scoring run places him in prestigious company as just the 11th English player to score in six or more consecutive Premier League fixtures. To put that into perspective, even England captain Harry Kane was unable to produce a run of this length - his longest is two distinct five-match streaks. And the sole English striker to better Calvert-Lewin in recent memory is Jamie Vardy, who went on an eight-game scoring streak for Leicester City in 2019. The Reason for the Scoring Form? Why has Calvert-Lewin so tough to stop in the past month? A recent opponent's manager explained it perfectly. "He has the perfect timing," the manager stated. "He's smart and a genuinely top-class striker and he found the timing to arrive just on time." That natural ability and positional sense inside the 18-yard box was what turned him into a beloved player at his previous club. Experts note the tactical shift to a 3-5-2 as a major factor, allowing a greater number of players to enter the box and occupy defenders, thereby provided the striker a little more space. "He is a archetypal centre-forward," observed a former professional. "For the goal... it was a exquisite little finish beyond the keeper, a textbook centre-forward's goal." "I've experienced a lot since then. Lots of highs and lots of downs. A challenge of character and I've hung in there and kept going... I've backed myself and now I'm reaping the rewards." His manager has shown little astonishment at this hot streak, emphasizing that the player is "a top strikers" in the competition. The England Conversation Calvert-Lewin's resurgence has naturally ignited conversations of an England return. The ex- Sheffield United player has eleven England appearances, netting four goals, but has not played for the country since the most recent European Championship. Pundits think the striker will be in consideration for the World Cup squad if he can sustain this level. "He looks as sharp as he has in a considerable period," one remarked. "If he continues this level of form... then he's going to be in a debate for a World Cup place." Fierce Competition But, competition for places supporting Harry Kane is intense. Ollie Watkins of Aston Villa, coming off a match-winning double against Chelsea, is currently regarded as leading in the pecking order, according to some assessment. "If you compare the two players, Watkins has the advantage in terms of using his speed to test teams," it was noted. "He also holds the edge when it comes to making a meaningful impact at a big competition." In the end, whether Calvert-Lewin makes it to the squad could hinge on how many out-and-out strikers the head coach decides to include. "I think it might come down to whether he includes two or three centre-forwards," an analyst summarized. "If it is three, he certainly has a chance."