England Dominate Serbia in 5-0 World Cup Qualifier Victory: Tuchel’s Men Show Class in Belgrade

Commanding Victory Strengthens England’s World Cup Qualification Campaign

England’s impressive 5-0 victory over Serbia in Belgrade has not only strengthened their position at the top of Group K but also given manager Thomas Tuchel the confidence that his team is making the right progress under his leadership.

The match saw an outstanding performance from the Three Lions, with goals from Harry Kane (33′), Noni Madueke (35′), Ezri Konsa (52′), Marc Guehi (75′), and Marcus Rashford (90′ penalty). England dominated possession from the early stages, though they initially faced resistance from Serbia’s defensive setup. The visitors created several opportunities, with Declan Rice and Anthony Gordon testing the Serbian goalkeeper.

Key Moments and Turning Points

The match took a decisive turn when Serbia’s captain Milenkovic received a red card for a last-man tackle on Kane. The resulting free-kick led to another goal, as Guehi managed to get ahead of Pavlovic to score. From that point onwards, England maintained complete control of the match.

Implications for World Cup Qualification

This crucial victory has further strengthened England’s position in Group K, as they now sit seven points clear of second-placed Albania with three matches remaining in the qualification campaign. The performance has been hailed as England’s best display under Thomas Tuchel’s management, demonstrating the team’s growing cohesion and tactical sophistication.

The match was played in a partially closed Rajko Mitic Stadium due to previous FIFA sanctions related to discrimination and racist abuse. However, the night passed without any such incidents, allowing the focus to remain firmly on England’s exceptional performance on the pitch.