MARC GUEHI has not just been one of the outstanding defenders in England's campaign, he has been one of the outstanding defenders in the tournament.
The Crystal Palace centre-half is that rarity at Euro 2024 - an England player who has been spared criticism.
Gareth Southgate's side conceded only one goal in their Group C matches and that was a wonder strike from distance.
The strong and composed Guehi has been at the heart of their impressive effort at the back.
But the 23-year-old goes to great lengths to pay tribute to the wise, experienced heads who have made his transition to being a key England player so comfortable.
He does, though, admit he is still getting accustomed to the verbals that are being fired by the last line of defence.
Guehi said: "I am not particularly used to Jordan Pickford. It is a bit of a shock at first, just the amount of talking.
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