Following Defoe’s goal against Lithuania, Southgate has got a big question to face- Should he pick Defoe in his World Cup 2018 squad?
Why Defoe should go: Defoe has saved Sunderland from relegation for the past two seasons with his goals. Surely his fighting spirit at the bottom of the table will carry on at the World Cup if he’s picked.
Also, Defoe has proved he can make it at the top level internationally in past years and he’s already scored at a World Cup before which is hard to do in a hot country in front of the world stage.
Lastly, Defoe is on a vegan diet and has ice baths regularly. These things will get him in shape and make him have the edge over some other England strikers.
Why Defoe should not go: The Sunderland striker is past his best days at 34 and although he used to be good for England, his age has made aspects of his game worse.
Moving on, because of all the money going into the Chinese clubs, Defoe’s good form has probably turned some heads at Chinese clubs and a big money move may tempt Defoe into a transfer. If that happens, Defoe will not be playing at a high quality and he will be surprised if he plays in the World Cup by the quality of the defenders there.
Verdict: If Defoe continues his good form at Sunderland I think he should go to Russia for the World Cup and play with Harry Kane in a pairing upfront.
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