So I was flipping channels last night while eating cold pizza when the Bosnia vs England highlights popped up. Grabbed my notebook immediately because honestly, I didn’t even realize these teams were playing friendlies right now.
First Half – Total Mess
Started scribbling as I watched England’s defense crumble like cheap cookies in the 12th minute. Bosnia’s goal came from that left-wing chaos where Walker fell over his own feet – reminded me of Sunday league stuff. England looked half-asleep, passing slower than my granny knitting.
Halftime Shakeup
Gareth Southgate finally woke up and made three subs at once. Took notes on how Palmer changed everything when he came on – suddenly England had actual ideas instead of just kicking the ball around. Was laughing when Watkins completely whiffed that easy header though.
Late Drama Notes
Wrote down three key things when Palmer got that penalty call:
- Kane taking it – obvious but smart
- Bosian keeper’s shaky dive – looked nervous
- England players actually celebrating – first emotion all game
Morning After Thoughts
Chewed on this over breakfast coffee. England should be embarrassed needing penalties against Bosnia’s B-team. But wrote this down too – those young subs actually brought energy. Makes you wonder if Southgate’s starters are just comfy in their spots.
For Bosnia? Wrote in all caps: THEY SHOULD BE PROUD. Outplayed England for 60 minutes with nobody’s backup squad. Shows what happens when you play with actual hunger.
Left my notebook open on the counter with one last scribble: “If England play like this at Euros, they’re coming home early. Bosnia though? Might surprise people who only watch highlight reels.”
