From the Guardian · · 1m 10s
James Trafford’s England dream burns with No 1 spot up for grabs
Leeds keeper James Trafford eyes England start after No 1 spot returns after eight years
In brief
Leeds keeper James Trafford eyes England start after No 1 spot returns after eight years Trafford’s strong form at Leeds and recent England call-up signal a potential shift in England’s goalkeeping hierarchy Originally reported by the Guardian.
Trafford’s England debut
James Trafford earned his third England cap against Spain with two key saves in the Nations League opener
“I won two trophies”
Trafford’s City exit
Trafford left Manchester City after a wasted year with Pep Guardiola replacing him with Donnarumma
“It was a season of frustration”
Leeds form surge
Trafford has 20 saves and 85.7% save rate in Premier League matches with Leeds
“No goalkeeper has more saves”
Pickford’s grip loosens
Jordan Pickford’s England status faces challenge after World Cup performance concerns
“It’s in the middle of the goal”
Tuchel’s decision
Thomas Tuchel named Trafford for Spain match after Pickford’s World Cup doubts
“Me and Picks are both northern lads”
Goalkeeping crisis
Few English goalkeepers available with Henderson injured and Ramsdale struggling
“It’s all an imaginary thing”
Trafford’s mindset
Trafford says his ability doesn’t change with England call-ups but his confidence grows
“It’s how you carry yourself”
England’s No 1 spot
Trafford’s England debut comes after eight years without a No 1 spot up for grabs
“It is every goalkeeper’s dream”
What to remember
Trafford’s strong form at Leeds and recent England call-up signal a potential shift in England’s goalkeeping hierarchy
