Many have doubted Roy Hodgson and his choice to start Harry Kane over Jamie Vardy in their opening match against Russia. However, the 68-year-old manager made a strong statement bringing on Vardy in the 46th minute and he succeeded to impress.
The Premier League striker netted the goal against Group B rivals Wales with only his third touch of the game. After watching the thrilling 1-1 draw with Russia from the bench, Hodgson brought Vardy into the game and the England international instantly scored, proving he deserves a spot in the starting line-up.
His goal seemed controversial at first with many claiming it was offside and Twitter quickly reacted.
Poor call. Vardy was miles offside.
— Nathan Quao (@nathan_quao) June 16, 2016
#Vardy was offside. Williams has to intentionally play the ball back to goal. Header was a 'mis-kick' (deflection). pic.twitter.com/TVL3RM1sAL
— TSZ (@thestatszone) June 16, 2016
Despite many calling the goal offside, Ashley Williams got the last touch of the ball making Vardy's equalizer valid.
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— Raphael Honigstein (@honigstein) June 16, 2016
That is an exceptional refereeing decision.
— Daniel Storey (@danielstorey85) June 16, 2016
So Williams had the last touch eh? Ok. We are level now. Hehehehehehe
— Nathan Quao (@nathan_quao) June 16, 2016
Right place, right time, that's Jamie Vardy in a nutshell. #ENG pulls level with #WAL, 1-1. pic.twitter.com/jBlbx7KtLl
— Through It All LEEDS (@ThruItAllLUFC) June 16, 2016
Jamie Vardy has proved to be influential on the pitch, scoring four of his five attempts for England this season.
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