Manchester United defender Chris Smalling has admitted that getting cut from the England side was difficult to cope with - but he has also revealed that he's taken positives from the disappointment.
The 28-year-old was snubbed by Three Lions boss Gareth Southgate ahead of the World Cup, with the manager looking to get a more youthful side on the plane to Russia. But, given his performance against Watford on Saturday, there are hints that Smalling has regained his confidence.
Jose Mourinho asked about Chris Smalling’s goal. Replied: “The only thing I don’t like about Chris in this moment is his haircut”.