I would've told Spence 'Just follow him': Deeney on tackling Messi

Ahead of England's FIFA World Cup 2026 semi-final against Argentina, ex-Watford striker Troy Deeney explained how he would have tackled Lionel Messi. "I'd probably have to go [with defender] Djed Spence just to match him. And say to Djed Spence, 'Just follow him. If he goes inside, go inside'," he said. The match will take place on July 16 (IST).