Liverpool star Trent Alexander-Arnold full of optimism despite limited playing time with England
The situation of Trent Alexander-Arnold with the England squad is like watching a Hollywood blockbuster with a surprise ending. Here stands this guy, a top-class right-back, delivering pinpoint crosses and contributing out of his skin for Liverpool week in, and week out. But when it comes to his national team, it’s like he’s stuck in a subplot waiting for his big break.
It’s like watching a movie where the hero sees himself sidelined while the supporting cast steals the show. You surely can’t help but wonder, why isn’t the leading man getting more screen time. Trent’s situation is a classic case of being in the wrong place at the wrong time. Gareth Southgate has too many options to choose from, and sometimes our hero gets lost in the shuffle.
But you know what’s truly remarkable about Trent? Despite his limited minutes on the international stage, he is not sulking in the shadows. Oh no, he’s taking it all in stride with the cool confidence of a seasoned campaigner. He seems to understand the tough decisions the manager has to make, and he’s not holding any grudges. Talk about maturity.
Speaking of his situation within the England camp, here is what our #66 told FourFourTwo via ECHO:
“But I’m someone who’s very rational around those kinds of things. I know how difficult it must be. You’ve got so many options, so many decisions to make, and I”ll never hold it against a manager for making that decision.”
Sure, Trent’s screen time with England might come across as shorter than a TikTok video, but his impact is undeniable. When he’s on the pitch, you can’t take your eyes off him. His precision passes and thunderous strikes are like special effects that light up the screen. He’s the kind of player who can turn a dull game into a blockbuster thriller with just one swing of his right foot. Need examples? City away 2023-24. Arsenal home 2022-23. There are so many more, but these are the games where we needed some magic, and it was nobody but TAA.
Despite his potential to be a cornerstone of the England squad, he has only managed to accumulate 1705 minutes across his 23 appearances for The Three Lions. For a player of his calibre, this figure is disappointingly low and does not accurately reflect his impact on the pitch. He also has a couple of goals and three assists for Gareth Southgate’s side.
It’s evident that he has not had the same opportunities to showcase his abilities at the international level compared to his club performances. Yet, his response to these setbacks is admirable. Rather than harbour resentment or frustration, he chooses to adopt a rational approach, acknowledging the complexity of Southgate’s selection decisions.
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So, while Trent Alexander-Arnold’s England journey might be more of a subplot than a main storyline right now, there’s no denying that he’s a leading man in the making. With his talent, determination, and infectious positivity, it’s only a matter of time before he gets top billing on the international stage.
