Ivan Toney, the Brentford forward, has made a significant impact in his quest to secure a place in England's squad for the upcoming Euros, particularly as Harry Kane's deputy. Gareth Southgate, the England manager, had previously highlighted the importance of seizing opportunities, especially with the competition for places being fierce. Toney was given a chance to prove himself in a friendly match against Belgium on Tuesday, a game that ended in a 2-2 draw, with Toney scoring one of England's goals. This goal marks Toney's first for England and makes him the first Brentford player to score for the national team. The match against Belgium was seen as a make-or-break audition for Toney, with Southgate having to decide between him and Ollie Watkins for a spot in the Euro 2024 squad. Toney's performance, particularly his set-piece ability, has been praised and could set him apart in the selection process.
"Hopefully I put my name forward to be there for the Euros" 💪 Ivan Toney reflects on scoring his first England goal ⚽✅ https://t.co/ehYn9vHyly
Ivan Toney and Youri Tielemans were on the scoresheet as England drew 2-2 with Belgium at Wembley Stadium 🏴🇧🇪 https://t.co/KEOrygZsPW
🌟 A huge moment for Ivan Toney in his quest to be in Gareth Southgate's Euros squad as he becomes the first #BrentfordFC player to ever score for England 🏴 England 2-2 Belgium analysis for @TheAthleticFC with @JackPittBrooke and @MarkCarey93 https://t.co/54eU68Xj7p
Will Ivan Toney's set piece ability set him apart from the rest when it comes to deciding England's striking options for the Euros❓ #BBCFootball #ENGBEL https://t.co/pv6n4SzfOv
A first start for England, a first goal for England. Ivan Toney becomes the first Brentford player to score for the Three Lions. #ENGBEL https://t.co/f23zWNPLhl
Ivan Toney becomes the first Brentford player to ever score for England. #ENGBEL
🗣️ "The pressure is on Ollie Watkins!" 🏴 Gareth Southgate has a huge choice to make on Ollie Watkins and Ivan Toney ahead of Euro 2024 📺 https://t.co/v3qKeicHrB 🎧 https://t.co/qbjeaVp1Uq #england https://t.co/pAGsyiYYN0
Gareth Southgate has warned Ivan Toney that 'you don't get hundreds of opportunities' to lead the line in an England shirt, as he prepares to hand the Brentford forward minutes against Belgium on Tuesday evening. https://t.co/8KXYJNQ2QX
A huge opportunity for Ivan Toney against Belgium 💪🦁 https://t.co/MZSErx72jb
Gareth Southgate has confirmed Ivan Toney will get the chance to stake his claim for a place in England's squad for the Euros against Belgium on Tuesday 🏴✅ https://t.co/ksC2WDFEEJ
‘You don’t get hundreds of opportunities’ warns Southgate as Ivan Toney gets chance to gatecrash England’s Euros party https://t.co/KqSPK3zXjv
Ivan Toney set for England start against Belgium as battle to become Harry Kane's Euro 2024 understudy heats up ✍️ @MalikOuzia_ https://t.co/gTsrWfoYsq
England's Southgate backs Toney's quality ahead of Belgium friendly https://t.co/a2Rqv9qGtm https://t.co/wVplvTF1rK
England boss Gareth Southgate fires warning to Ivan Toney ahead of Belgium clash - 'Can't hide that fact' https://t.co/ke0NhDBZPf
Ollie Watkins had his chance to earn the spot as Harry Kane's deputy. Now it will be Ivan Toney's go. There are reasons to think he may prove a better fit: https://t.co/RQRQEjZrLo
Ivan Toney's telling reaction to England snub amid Gareth Southgate demand 👀 The Brentford man is set to fill in for the injured Harry Kane and land his first start https://t.co/nfeZykSUyp https://t.co/du1pupbQCt
“You can’t hide that fact. He knows.” Gareth Southgate spells it out… Ivan Toney gets make-or-break audition at Wembley for a place at the Euros this summer. It’s Watkins or Toney for one place. https://t.co/QEp0zBG8OC
‘You don’t get hundreds of opportunities’ warns Southgate as Ivan Toney gets chance to gatecrash England’s Euros party | @CharlieWyett https://t.co/fZtecMoHOk
Ivan Toney is expected to start for England against Belgium 🏴 Gareth Southgate stated there was 'no question' that Toney would play some part in the game on Tuesday ⬇️ https://t.co/tahyMRFs6H