In the upcoming Euro 2024 tournament, Jordan Pickford will be leading the England team as their number one goalkeeper. At 30 years old, he has played a crucial role for Everton in their struggles to avoid relegation in the past three Premier League seasons. Reflecting on his time at Everton, Pickford acknowledges both the positives and negatives of his experiences with the club.
Despite facing challenges at the club level, Pickford values the lessons learned and believes they will contribute to his success with England at the Euro 2024 tournament. He recognizes that there is a diverse mix of players in the England squad, such as Jude Bellingham who recently won the Champions League. Despite different backgrounds and experiences of the players, Pickford sees value in coming together to achieve success in a tournament like Euro 2024.
Pickford emphasizes that mental strength and resilience are key qualities necessary for success in competition. He believes that these qualities have helped him grow as a player and leader on the field. As he prepares to lead England towards their goals, Pickford is confident that his experience fighting against relegation with Everton will benefit his teammates on a national level. With a strong mentality and understanding of competition’s challenges, Pickford is ready to lead England to success on the international stage.
