Soccer-Everton's Garner keen to replicate Under-21s success with England senior team


Soccer Football - Pre-Season Friendly - Accrington Stanley v Everton - Wham Stadium, Accrington, Britain - July 15, 2025 Everton's James Garner in action Action Images via Reuters/Ed Sykes

March 25 (Reuters) - Everton midfielder ⁠James Garner said he is eager to go a step ⁠further and win silverware with England's senior team after lifting ‌the European Under-21 Championship trophy in 2023.

Garner received his first senior call-up last week and could make his debut when England host Uruguay on Friday or against Japan ​four days later, with manager Thomas Tuchel's ⁠contingent split into two separate ⁠squads for the two friendly games.

The matches are a key part of ⁠England's ‌preparations for this year's World Cup, which will be hosted by the United States, Canada and Mexico.

"For me personally, ⁠that was probably one of the best feelings I've ​ever had, winning ‌the Euros with the under-21s. I just want to go one ⁠step further ​now," Garner told reporters on Tuesday.ell."

Asked about making England's World Cup squad, Garner said: "I've had a very good season, I think, hence, that's why I've ⁠been lucky enough to be called up.

"I ​just need to keep on my form and show everyone what I can do and who knows when the squad ends up getting selected?"

The ⁠25-year-old was rewarded with a call-up for his performances as part of David Moyes'Everton side, who sit eighth in the Premier League standings.

"I think since he (Moyes) came in, not only myself, the club has ​gone leaps and bounds, so I think that's ⁠only testament to him and his staff," said the Everton midfielder, who ​has also regularly played as a fullback ‌this season.

"I'm very thankful for all ​the help that he has given me since he came in."

(Reporting by Aadi Nair in Bengaluru; Editing by Stephen Coates)

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