England vs Serbia: Saka and Eze Fire England to a Confident 2-0 Victory
The England vs Serbia World Cup qualifying match delivered exactly what fans expected from the Three Lions — control, discipline, and clinical finishing. In a cold night at Wembley Stadium, England extended their perfect qualifying streak with a composed 2-0 victory, thanks to goals from Bukayo Saka and Eberechi Eze. Serbia, despite moments of promise, struggled to break down England’s organised defensive unit.
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Date: 13 November 2025
Venue: Wembley Stadium, London
Final Score: England 2-0 Serbia
Table of Contents
Goalscorers
- Bukayo Saka (28′) – superb volley after a deflected cross
- Eberechi Eze (90′) – curling finish after Foden’s assist
Full Match Article
The England vs Serbia clash was another showcase of England’s tactical maturity under their current setup. From the first whistle, England controlled possession with patience, building attacks through midfield while Serbia sat deeper, waiting for counter-attacking opportunities.
The breakthrough came in the 28th minute when Bukayo Saka smashed in a brilliant volley, sending Wembley into celebration. Serbia tried pressing higher after the goal, but England’s shape remained compact, denying them any meaningful attempts on goal.
Serbia’s biggest challenge was breaking past England’s back line — a unit that has now completed seven consecutive qualifying matches without conceding. Their attempts were limited to long-range shots and hopeful crosses, all comfortably handled by England’s defenders.
The second half saw England introduce creative firepower from the bench. Phil Foden and Jude Bellingham immediately increased the tempo, stretching Serbia’s defence. As the game approached stoppage time, Foden slipped a perfect pass to Eberechi Eze, who curled the ball into the bottom corner to make it 2-0 and seal England’s dominance.
It was another professional, controlled performance for the Three Lions — efficient in attack, and defensively flawless from start to finish.
Key Statistics
| Statistic | England | Serbia |
|---|---|---|
| Final Score | 2 | 0 |
| Goals | Saka, Eze | — |
| Possession | 61% | 39% |
| Shots | 13 | 7 |
| Shots on Target | 5 | 2 |
| Pass Accuracy | 89% | 80% |
| Fouls Committed | 11 | 14 |
| Yellow Cards | 1 | 2 |
| Red Cards | 0 | 0 |
| Corners | 6 | 3 |
| Expected Goals (xG) | 1.65 | 0.54 |
What This Means for Both Teams
For England
England’s 2-0 victory over Serbia reinforces their dominance in the World Cup qualifying campaign. With seven wins from seven matches and zero goals conceded, England look sharp, organised, and fully in control of their path to the 2026 World Cup.
The match also highlighted England’s squad depth — substitutes like Phil Foden, Jude Bellingham, and Eberechi Eze added creativity, tempo, and match-winning influence. The team’s ability to stay defensively solid while producing controlled attacking spells is a major advantage as they head toward the finals.
Key takeaway for England:
They are not just winning — they are controlling games with confidence, tactical discipline, and a growing pool of in-form players.
For Serbia
The defeat leaves Serbia in a difficult position in the qualifying table. While their defensive shape held at times, they struggled to match England’s tempo and could not convert possession into real threats.
The lack of creativity in midfield and the inability to break down England’s defensive structure revealed areas Serbia must fix quickly. Their qualification chances are now slimmer, and every upcoming match becomes crucial.
Key takeaway for Serbia:
They must improve their midfield creativity and attacking efficiency if they hope to stay alive in the qualification race.
England vs Serbia – Player Ratings
| Player (England) | Rating | Player (Serbia) | Rating |
|---|---|---|---|
| Jordan Pickford | 7.0 | Vanja Milinković-Savić | 6.2 |
| Kyle Walker | 7.2 | Milos Veljkovic | 6.1 |
| John Stones | 7.4 | Strahinja Pavlović | 6.3 |
| Harry Maguire | 7.0 | Nikola Milenković | 6.0 |
| Luke Shaw | 7.1 | Filip Kostić | 6.5 |
| Declan Rice | 7.6 | Sergej Milinković-Savić | 6.7 |
| Trent Alexander-Arnold | 7.0 | Ivan Ilić | 6.4 |
| Phil Foden | 7.8 | Dusan Tadić | 6.2 |
| Bukayo Saka (MOTM) | 8.5 | Aleksandar Mitrović | 6.0 |
| Harry Kane | 6.9 | Lazar Samardžić | 6.4 |
| Eberechi Eze | 8.0 | Dusan Vlahović | 6.1 |
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