🔗 Share this article Watkins Maintains the Edge - However Calvert-Lewin Might Yet Secure the World Cup Only one goal in his first ten Premier League outings this campaign had numerous doubting whether Dominic Calvert-Lewin's prime were in the past. However, a just four weeks later, he is the most talked-about forward in England after scoring seven goals in six back-to-back games. His newest strike, in a 1-1 draw versus Sunderland, elevated his total to eight, establishing him as the top English goalscorer in the Premier League this campaign. A Stunning Revival The 28-year-old moved to Leeds United on a Bosman move in the summer, after a nine-year stint with Everton that was marred by fitness issues in its latter stages. But, the numbers behind his resurgence in Daniel Farke's new fast-breaking 3-5-2 setup are extremely remarkable. His six-game scoring streak places him in prestigious company as only the 11th English player to score in six or more consecutive Premier League fixtures. To put that into perspective, even England captain Harry Kane did not achieve a run of this length - his top is two individual five-match streaks. And the only English striker to outdo Calvert-Lewin in recent memory is Jamie Vardy, who embarked on an eight-game scoring spree for Leicester City in 2019. The Reason for the Purple Patch? What is behind Calvert-Lewin so hard to stop in this period? A previous opponent's manager explained it aptly. "He has the impeccable timing," the manager stated. "He's clever and a excellent striker and he found the timing to arrive exactly when needed." That natural ability and timing inside the penalty area was what made him a fan favourite at his former team. Pundits point to the formation change to a 3-5-2 as a key factor, allowing a greater number of players to occupy the box and occupy defenders, which has provided the striker additional space. "He is a traditional centre-forward," noted a former professional. "For the goal... it was a exquisite little flick beyond the keeper, a classic centre-forward's goal." "I've been through a lot since then. Lots of ups and lots of lows. A challenge of character and I've persevered and kept going... I've believed in myself and now I'm reaping the rewards." His manager has expressed complete confidence at this rich vein of form, reiterating that the player is "a top strikers" in the league. International Dilemma Calvert-Lewin's return to form has inevitably fueled talks of an England return. The ex- Sheffield United player has 11 England caps, netting four goals, but has not represented the Three Lions since the last European Championship. Observers think the striker will be in consideration for the World Cup squad if he can keep up this form. "He looks as in shape as he has in a considerable period," one remarked. "If he sustains this level of form... then he's going to be in a conversation for a World Cup place." Intense Competition But, the battle for places as backup to Harry Kane is intense. Ollie Watkins of Aston Villa, coming off a decisive brace against Chelsea, is presently seen as in front in the hierarchy, according to some opinion. "If you compare the two players, Watkins has the advantage in terms of using his pace to stretch teams," it was stated. "He also holds the advantage when it comes to making a meaningful impact at a major finals." Ultimately, whether Calvert-Lewin makes it to the squad could hinge on how many specialist strikers the England manager decides to include. "I think it might come down to whether the manager takes two or three centre-forwards," an analyst added. "If it is three, he definitely has a chance."
Only one goal in his first ten Premier League outings this campaign had numerous doubting whether Dominic Calvert-Lewin's prime were in the past. However, a just four weeks later, he is the most talked-about forward in England after scoring seven goals in six back-to-back games. His newest strike, in a 1-1 draw versus Sunderland, elevated his total to eight, establishing him as the top English goalscorer in the Premier League this campaign. A Stunning Revival The 28-year-old moved to Leeds United on a Bosman move in the summer, after a nine-year stint with Everton that was marred by fitness issues in its latter stages. But, the numbers behind his resurgence in Daniel Farke's new fast-breaking 3-5-2 setup are extremely remarkable. His six-game scoring streak places him in prestigious company as only the 11th English player to score in six or more consecutive Premier League fixtures. To put that into perspective, even England captain Harry Kane did not achieve a run of this length - his top is two individual five-match streaks. And the only English striker to outdo Calvert-Lewin in recent memory is Jamie Vardy, who embarked on an eight-game scoring spree for Leicester City in 2019. The Reason for the Purple Patch? What is behind Calvert-Lewin so hard to stop in this period? A previous opponent's manager explained it aptly. "He has the impeccable timing," the manager stated. "He's clever and a excellent striker and he found the timing to arrive exactly when needed." That natural ability and timing inside the penalty area was what made him a fan favourite at his former team. Pundits point to the formation change to a 3-5-2 as a key factor, allowing a greater number of players to occupy the box and occupy defenders, which has provided the striker additional space. "He is a traditional centre-forward," noted a former professional. "For the goal... it was a exquisite little flick beyond the keeper, a classic centre-forward's goal." "I've been through a lot since then. Lots of ups and lots of lows. A challenge of character and I've persevered and kept going... I've believed in myself and now I'm reaping the rewards." His manager has expressed complete confidence at this rich vein of form, reiterating that the player is "a top strikers" in the league. International Dilemma Calvert-Lewin's return to form has inevitably fueled talks of an England return. The ex- Sheffield United player has 11 England caps, netting four goals, but has not represented the Three Lions since the last European Championship. Observers think the striker will be in consideration for the World Cup squad if he can keep up this form. "He looks as in shape as he has in a considerable period," one remarked. "If he sustains this level of form... then he's going to be in a conversation for a World Cup place." Intense Competition But, the battle for places as backup to Harry Kane is intense. Ollie Watkins of Aston Villa, coming off a decisive brace against Chelsea, is presently seen as in front in the hierarchy, according to some opinion. "If you compare the two players, Watkins has the advantage in terms of using his pace to stretch teams," it was stated. "He also holds the advantage when it comes to making a meaningful impact at a major finals." Ultimately, whether Calvert-Lewin makes it to the squad could hinge on how many specialist strikers the England manager decides to include. "I think it might come down to whether the manager takes two or three centre-forwards," an analyst added. "If it is three, he definitely has a chance."