England 'moving in right direction' ahead of 'big game' against Ireland, insists Carsley

England are now top of Group B2 as they head back to London for Sunday's showdown with Ireland in what will be Carsley's final match before handing over to new manager Thomas Tuchel.

DEEP BREATHS: England manager Lee Carsley before the UEFA Nations League Group B2 match at the Athens Olympic Stadium in Greece. Picture date: Thursday November 14, 2024.

Interim boss Lee Carsley felt the 3-0 Nations League win over Greece showed England are "moving in the right direction".

Ollie Watkins justified his selection ahead of captain Harry Kane, who was dropped to the bench, with an early opener in Athens.