Twitter reacts to Allardyce’s maiden England game in charge against Slovakia
Lee Gormley | September 4, 2016
Twitter reacts to Allardyce’s first England game
It’s been the international break hogging the headlines this week, with nations aiming to make strong starts in their bid to qualify for the 2018 World Cup, including England.
Sam Allardyce was in the Three Lions dugout for the first time since succeeding Roy Hodgson in the summer, as he looked to make an impact in their opening Group F clash with Slovakia.
So, following the action from the World Cup qualifying meeting on Sunday evening, Coral bring you the best online Twitter reaction from a game that failed to set pulses racing…
Slovakia v England Twitter round-up
Despite being shunned by new Manchester City boss Pep Guardiola and departing to Torino on loan, Joe Hart retained his spot as England’s number one under Allardyce, even after some pre-match whispers…
Big Sam gives The Nag's Head's 'Fat Dave' the nod over Joe Hart for Slovakia. Bold move by Allardyce #SLOENG pic.twitter.com/U6IsmNraas
— LOLFootball.com (@lolfootballcom) September 4, 2016
Just 13 seconds into Allardyce’s reign and hopes were already sky high. They’re 16/1 with Coral to go all the way in Russia if you’re as confident!
13 seconds in and already the commentary team are saying that Russia 2018 could be England's tournament. pic.twitter.com/G8ztRKv3ad
— Coral (@Coral) September 4, 2016
It was another milestone outing for Manchester United’s Wayne Rooney, with the England skipper making his 116th appearance…
Love him or hate him, Wayne Rooney now becomes England's most capped outfield player EVER:
Rooney 116
Beckham 115 pic.twitter.com/kE3XlFKybz— Coral (@Coral) September 4, 2016
Imposing stance from Big Sam…
Look at that stance.
No pressure for the England players to impress. pic.twitter.com/QFxocrEEEN
— Squawka News (@SquawkaNews) September 4, 2016
Former Liverpool defender Martin Skrtel was up to his old tricks again, with Harry Kane being his latest victim…
Skrtel booked for elbowing.
In other news, water is wet.
— Coral (@Coral) September 4, 2016
Martin Skrtel booked for an elbow to Harry Kane's face.
— 101 Great Goals (@101greatgoals) September 4, 2016
Following a dull opening 30 minutes, England fans voiced their opinions, as they saw little change from Euro 2016…
So this is the #England football revolution following on from the Iceland debacle #SLOENG,
— leon smith (@leonsmith16) September 4, 2016
England players just aren't that good. Need to stop thinking we are anything better than average
— Wicomar (@Kins810) September 4, 2016
Big Sam did his best Joachim Low impression during the first-half…
When you think about a tactical instruction but just pick your nose instead. #SLOENG pic.twitter.com/RBbtHgwDD3
— Charlie (@Steve_Cardboard) September 4, 2016
Wonder if Hodgson was watching?
Roy Hodgson Will Be Watching England Like https://t.co/C7KNno62ON
— iSoccerAm (@iSoccerAnn) September 4, 2016
The first-half of Allardyce’s England career was far from encouraging…
England like pic.twitter.com/qOxmdmLyVR
— Steve F (@UpperTierSteve) September 4, 2016
If England can keep this up and hold on for a draw in Slovakia we should be in great shape to qualify. #honeymoontweet
— Gary Lineker (@GaryLineker) September 4, 2016
at those people who blamed Hodgson for all #England's woes & thought it would change with a new manager! #SLOvENG pic.twitter.com/5K1rZQDDux
— MJJeremiah (@Nelsonrow80) September 4, 2016
The second-half started pretty much the same, but a little wishful thinking was needed…
Don't worry it'll be the Big Sam effect. We'll win from a deflected header via a long throw on the 82nd minute. #433 #England
— James Helder iFL TV (@JamesHelder_) September 4, 2016
Skrtel had been skating on very thin ice after being booked and it took a horrific challenge from the Slovakia skipper to finally get sent off…
Martin Skrtel today…#SLOENG pic.twitter.com/2lqhhXpYvN
— HalfAGoal (@Half_A_Goal) September 4, 2016
Skrtel with about his 7th bookable offence there.
— Coral (@Coral) September 4, 2016
Martin Skrtel sent off after receiving a second yellow for a stamp on Harry Kane. pic.twitter.com/c6XJ69TyDG
— Squawka News (@SquawkaNews) September 4, 2016
Theo Walcott was introduced to proceedings, much to the delight of fans…
"Walcott is coming on for England" pic.twitter.com/oLYoxUKjmM
— Kristian (@SFCKristian) September 4, 2016
Kane was off form throughout, with his touch having been completely off, and he was replaced by Liverpool’s Daniel Sturridge in the closing 10 minutes…
England's players trying to control the ball today: pic.twitter.com/UPJ87PBHqa
— Coral (@Coral) September 4, 2016
Even in the dying moments it was far from enthralling…
Watching England vs Slovakia like… pic.twitter.com/avftPF8cw6
— BigSport (@BigSportGB) September 4, 2016
We haven't seen England play this badly since… the last time we saw England play.
— Coral (@Coral) September 4, 2016
Although, with just seconds remaining, Adam Lallana managed to squeeze free and fire in his first ever senior goal for England to hand Allardyce a winning start…
Rose's cross falls to Lallana, whose left-foot shot squirms between Kozacik's legs and dribbles over the line.
— Tom Williams (@tomwfootball) September 4, 2016
Great moment for Lallana. He's waited a long time for that. Not sure England deserved it but he certainly did.
— James Pearce (@JamesPearceEcho) September 4, 2016
A far from impressive performance from England but three World Cup qualifying nonetheless for Big Sam!
Big Sam in the dressing room right now: https://t.co/ilYFx0ltko
— Coral (@Coral) September 4, 2016
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