Shaw fit and ready to reward Southgate for Euro 2024

Southgate’s decision to take Shaw as their only natural left-back in a 26-man squad was lambasted along with the Manchester United man put aside for most of the tournament.

However, the 28-year-old made its first appearance for club or country since February as a late substitute England beat Swiss on penalties for implementing a semi-final meeting with the Netherlands on Wednesday.

“The last four months have been Really difficult” Shaw said at a news conference Monday. “At first, I was should come back much sooner but I’ve been through a lot of setbacks. I’m here now and it was really nice to go up the other night.”

Shaw believes he is fit to start, even though Kieran Trippier should retain his place on the left side of a defence that has conceded only three goals in five games.

Southgate has been strongly criticized for a too cautious approach England stumbled to qualify for the last four despite an inauspicious draw. Shaw defended the England coach’s record in reach three semi-finals in four major tournaments in charge.

Before Southgate’s appointment, the Three Lions had reached just three semi-finals in their history. “He really took us to the next level, no manager has really done as well. as successful as him” Shaw added.

“I have a lot to thank him for because because he showed a lot of faith and trust by choosing me when he didn’t have to and for that I will always be grateful to him. Now I have to repay him for the trust he showed me.” . “

Shaw scored the opening goal in England’s first major Euro 2020 final for 55 years. However, joy was embittered by losing the match on penalties against Italy and on condition more motivation to do even better this time.

“I remember the feelings after that game were the worst I’ve ever felt, so of course the motivation is very high“, Shaw said of the final three years ago.

“We have world-class players all over the field and now is the moment, the crucial moment (the moment) where these players are going to take over. In those moments, that’s what you need and everybody is look forward to to another semi-final and try to reach another final.”