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Martin Keown Raves About 'Graceful' Liverpool Youngster Following England Win

Premier League great Martin Keown has praised the 'graceful' performance of Liverpool youngster Joe Gomez after he helped England beat Croatia in the UEFA Nations League.

The 21-year-old played at the heart of England's defence on Sunday as Gareth Southgate's men scored two late goals to book their place in the finals of the newly-formed competition.

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92 touches
69/84 passes
6/10 long balls
5/6 aerial duels
2 key passes
1/1 dribble
1 shot blocked

Donning England white or Liverpool red, Gomez has been an assured defensive presence throughout this season.