🔗 Share this article Watkins Possesses the Edge - Yet Calvert-Lewin May Still Secure the International Squad Just one goal in his opening ten top-flight appearances this campaign had plenty of wondering if Dominic Calvert-Lewin's prime were behind him. But, a only four weeks afterwards, he stands as the hottest forward in England following bagging 7 goals in 6 consecutive games. His most recent strike, in a tie against Sunderland, brought his season's haul to eight, establishing him as the highest English goalscorer in the Premier League this term. A Stunning Return to Form The 28-year-old moved to Leeds United on a Bosman move in the summer, after a nine-year stint with Everton that was hampered by fitness issues in its closing stages. However, the statistics supporting his resurgence in Daniel Farke's new counter-attacking 3-5-2 formation are extremely remarkable. His six-game scoring sequence sees him in exclusive company as just the 11th English player to score in six or more consecutive Premier League fixtures. To frame that statistic, even England captain Harry Kane was unable to produce a run this long - his top remains two individual five-match streaks. And the sole English striker to outdo Calvert-Lewin in the modern era is Jamie Vardy, who produced an eight-game scoring streak for Leicester City in 2019. What's Behind the Scoring Form? Why has Calvert-Lewin so difficult to stop in the past month? A latest opponent's manager explained it perfectly. "He has the perfect timing," the manager remarked. "He's intelligent and a genuinely top-class striker and he found the timing to arrive at the perfect moment." That natural ability and timing inside the box was what made him a fan favourite at his previous club. Pundits highlight the system adjustment to a 3-5-2 as a major factor, allowing a greater number of players to enter the box and occupy defenders, thus provided the striker a little more space. "He is a classic centre-forward," noted a former professional. "For the goal... it was a exquisite little touch beyond the keeper, a typical centre-forward's goal." "I've been through a lot since then. Lots of ups and lots of lows. A challenge of mentality and I've persevered and kept going... I've had faith and now I'm reaping the rewards." His manager has voiced little astonishment at this hot streak, emphasizing that the player is "one of the best strikers" in the league. The England Dilemma Calvert-Lewin's return to form has naturally sparked conversations of an England call-up. The ex- Sheffield United player has eleven England caps, netting four goals, but has not featured for the country since the previous European Championship. Observers think the striker will be in the mix for the World Cup squad if he can keep up this standard. "He looks as sharp as he has in a considerable period," one commented. "If he continues this level of form... then he's going to be in a debate for a World Cup place." Fierce Competition However, competition for places supporting Harry Kane is fierce. Ollie Watkins of Aston Villa, fresh off a decisive two goals against Chelsea, is presently regarded as leading in the pecking order, according to some opinion. "If you compare the two players, Watkins has the edge in terms of using his speed to stretch teams," it was stated. "He also possesses the advantage when it comes to making a meaningful impact at a major tournament." Ultimately, whether Calvert-Lewin makes it to the squad might come down to how many out-and-out strikers the national team coach decides to include. "I think it might hinge on whether he includes two or three centre-forwards," an pundit concluded. "If it is three, he definitely has a chance."
Just one goal in his opening ten top-flight appearances this campaign had plenty of wondering if Dominic Calvert-Lewin's prime were behind him. But, a only four weeks afterwards, he stands as the hottest forward in England following bagging 7 goals in 6 consecutive games. His most recent strike, in a tie against Sunderland, brought his season's haul to eight, establishing him as the highest English goalscorer in the Premier League this term. A Stunning Return to Form The 28-year-old moved to Leeds United on a Bosman move in the summer, after a nine-year stint with Everton that was hampered by fitness issues in its closing stages. However, the statistics supporting his resurgence in Daniel Farke's new counter-attacking 3-5-2 formation are extremely remarkable. His six-game scoring sequence sees him in exclusive company as just the 11th English player to score in six or more consecutive Premier League fixtures. To frame that statistic, even England captain Harry Kane was unable to produce a run this long - his top remains two individual five-match streaks. And the sole English striker to outdo Calvert-Lewin in the modern era is Jamie Vardy, who produced an eight-game scoring streak for Leicester City in 2019. What's Behind the Scoring Form? Why has Calvert-Lewin so difficult to stop in the past month? A latest opponent's manager explained it perfectly. "He has the perfect timing," the manager remarked. "He's intelligent and a genuinely top-class striker and he found the timing to arrive at the perfect moment." That natural ability and timing inside the box was what made him a fan favourite at his previous club. Pundits highlight the system adjustment to a 3-5-2 as a major factor, allowing a greater number of players to enter the box and occupy defenders, thus provided the striker a little more space. "He is a classic centre-forward," noted a former professional. "For the goal... it was a exquisite little touch beyond the keeper, a typical centre-forward's goal." "I've been through a lot since then. Lots of ups and lots of lows. A challenge of mentality and I've persevered and kept going... I've had faith and now I'm reaping the rewards." His manager has voiced little astonishment at this hot streak, emphasizing that the player is "one of the best strikers" in the league. The England Dilemma Calvert-Lewin's return to form has naturally sparked conversations of an England call-up. The ex- Sheffield United player has eleven England caps, netting four goals, but has not featured for the country since the previous European Championship. Observers think the striker will be in the mix for the World Cup squad if he can keep up this standard. "He looks as sharp as he has in a considerable period," one commented. "If he continues this level of form... then he's going to be in a debate for a World Cup place." Fierce Competition However, competition for places supporting Harry Kane is fierce. Ollie Watkins of Aston Villa, fresh off a decisive two goals against Chelsea, is presently regarded as leading in the pecking order, according to some opinion. "If you compare the two players, Watkins has the edge in terms of using his speed to stretch teams," it was stated. "He also possesses the advantage when it comes to making a meaningful impact at a major tournament." Ultimately, whether Calvert-Lewin makes it to the squad might come down to how many out-and-out strikers the national team coach decides to include. "I think it might hinge on whether he includes two or three centre-forwards," an pundit concluded. "If it is three, he definitely has a chance."