Arshavin: 'England defence a cause for concern'
Former Arsenal forward Andrey Arshavin has aired his worries over England's defence as they prepare for the World Cup in Russia - Arshavin's home country.
Former Arsenal forward Andrey Arshavin has aired his worries over England's defence as they prepare for the World Cup in Russia - Arshavin's home country.
Arshavin has 75 Russia caps and made over 100 appearances for Arsenal during his time in North London, but he thinks England's squad is a little one-sided.
"Regarding the offensive, I think they are very good. [Harry] Kane, Dele Alli, and some other players," he said.
"But regarding defensive, you know, I have some concerns.
"I don't see that they are strong enough in the middle of defence.
"Their full-backs are good for me, even strong. But in the middle, I don't see the good centre-backs there."