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Brad Friedel's Verdict on Jordan Pickford
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Gary Lineker notes that Brad Friedel had, before the tournament, tipped Pickford for the Golden Glove — so what did he make of the error? Friedel is careful and precise: Pickford jumped too high with his feet not set, and in that position pace will beat any goalkeeper in the world — he's made the same mistake himself. The defender also got sucked in and the right-back was pulled over, so there were multiple failures. But Friedel's bigger concern is the pattern: Pickford was nervy against Ghana too, showing a hesitancy that wasn't there in recent Everton seasons where he has consistently made crucial saves under enormous pressure. The first goal in the tournament could possibly have been saved but that's being generous — the Congo goal is the more worrying one technically. [1] — Brad Friedel "Jordan Pickford jumped too high with his feet not set — and pace will beat any keeper in that position. Brad Friedel identifies it as a tec…" 15:56
Jordan Pickford jumped too high with his feet not set — and pace will beat any keeper in that position. Brad Friedel identifies it as a technical error rather than a concentration lapse, but is worried that Pickford has had a nervy moment in three of England's four games, which is out of character with his recent club form.
Brad Friedel observed that Jordan Pickford has had a nervy moment in three of England's four World Cup games, which is out of character with his recent Everton form.
