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Pickford vs Trafford: England's number one battle
Tuchel gives James Trafford his first competitive England start as Jordan Pickford faces his toughest test yet.
In brief
Tuchel gives James Trafford his first competitive England start as Jordan Pickford faces his toughest test yet. James Trafford earns first competitive England start after Tuchel's decision to test him against Spain. Originally reported by BBC Sport.
England's number one battle
James Trafford made his competitive debut for England in Saturday's Nations League loss to Spain after Tuchel signed him for two matches.
“James, Guildford: Pickford has been fantastic for England but he didn't have the best World Cup, with a couple conceded that arguably he should've saved and a few nervy moments playing out from the back. Now seems as good a time as any to try James Trafford.”
Trafford's rise
Trafford impressed with a save against Ferran Torres in Spain but conceded three goals as England lost.
“Mick, Kettering: James Trafford deserves to start, he's going to be England's next number one and why not start him against Spain or would you rather he only played against third-rate nations?”
Trafford's journey
Trafford joined Leeds for up to £45m after a frustrating season at Manchester City where he was second choice.
“Zeb, Stanstead: Jordan Pickford is paying the price for those mistakes creeping in during the World Cup. Could he have stopped the goals v Croatia, DR Congo and Fernandez v Argentina? Prime Pickford does.”
Pickford's record
Pickford has 91 England caps and saved four of 14 penalties in major tournament shootouts.
“Ian Dennis: Jordan Pickford has never let England down.”
The battle intensifies
Tuchel says Trafford deserves two matches to prove he can be England's number one.
“Tuchel: I think he deserved to get the two matches, that's why we gave him two matches.”
Trafford's potential
Trafford has kept two clean sheets for Leeds and has a higher save percentage than Pickford this season.
“Mick, Newcastle: James Trafford deserves his shot! Jordan Pickford has been quality for 10 years! Time feels right to test who could be next.”
The decision
Tuchel's move to test Trafford comes after Pickford's World Cup performance was questioned.
“Paul Robinson: I think Jordan Pickford will be very disappointed.”
At a glance
James Trafford earns first competitive England start after Tuchel's decision to test him against Spain.
