🔗 Share this article Watkins Possesses the Advantage - But Calvert-Lewin May Still Secure the International Squad Just one goal in his opening ten English top division outings this campaign had plenty of doubting whether Dominic Calvert-Lewin's best days were in the past. Yet, a mere four weeks on, he is the hottest attacker in England following scoring 7 goals in six back-to-back games. His newest finish, in a stalemate against Sunderland, elevated his season's haul to eight, establishing him as the leading English scorer in the Premier League so far this season. A Stunning Return to Form The 28-year-old signed for Leeds United on a free transfer in the summer, after a nine-year spell with Everton that was blighted by setbacks in its final stages. Yet, the numbers supporting his revival in Daniel Farke's new fast-breaking 3-5-2 system are extremely notable. His six-match scoring sequence places him in exclusive company as just the 11th English player to score in six or more successive Premier League outings. To provide context, even England captain Harry Kane did not achieve a run this long - his best is two distinct five-match streaks. And the only English striker to outdo Calvert-Lewin in recent memory is Jamie Vardy, who produced an eight-game scoring spree for Leicester City in 2019. What's Behind the Hot Streak? Why has Calvert-Lewin so hard to stop in recent weeks? A recent opponent's manager described it aptly. "He has the impeccable timing," the manager stated. "He's smart and a excellent striker and he found the timing to arrive exactly when needed." That nose for goal and positional sense inside the box was what turned him into a popular figure at his previous club. Experts note the tactical shift to a 3-5-2 as a key factor, helping more players to enter the box and occupy defenders, thus provided the striker additional space. "He is a classic centre-forward," commented a former professional. "For the goal... it was a neat little finish beyond the keeper, a classic centre-forward's goal." "I've been through a lot since then. Lots of ups and lots of downs. A challenge of mentality and I've hung in there and kept going... I've believed in myself and now I'm reaping the rewards." His manager has expressed no surprise at this hot streak, emphasizing that the player is "a top strikers" in the league. International Conversation Calvert-Lewin's scoring run has inevitably sparked discussions of an England recall. The former Sheffield United player has eleven England caps, netting four goals, but has not represented the national team since the most recent European Championship. Observers think the striker will be in contention for the World Cup squad if he can maintain this form. "He looks as sharp as he has in a considerable period," one remarked. "If he continues this level of form... then he's going to be in a discussion for a World Cup place." Intense Rivalry Yet, competition for places behind Harry Kane is fierce. Ollie Watkins of Aston Villa, fresh off a match-winning brace against Chelsea, is currently regarded as leading in the pecking order, according to some opinion. "If you contrast the two players, Watkins holds the edge in terms of using his pace to test teams," it was said. "He also holds the edge when it comes to making a meaningful impact at a major finals." Ultimately, whether Calvert-Lewin makes it to the squad may depend on how many specialist strikers the England manager decides to select. "I think it might hinge on whether the manager selects two or three centre-forwards," an expert summarized. "If it is three, he certainly has a chance."
Just one goal in his opening ten English top division outings this campaign had plenty of doubting whether Dominic Calvert-Lewin's best days were in the past. Yet, a mere four weeks on, he is the hottest attacker in England following scoring 7 goals in six back-to-back games. His newest finish, in a stalemate against Sunderland, elevated his season's haul to eight, establishing him as the leading English scorer in the Premier League so far this season. A Stunning Return to Form The 28-year-old signed for Leeds United on a free transfer in the summer, after a nine-year spell with Everton that was blighted by setbacks in its final stages. Yet, the numbers supporting his revival in Daniel Farke's new fast-breaking 3-5-2 system are extremely notable. His six-match scoring sequence places him in exclusive company as just the 11th English player to score in six or more successive Premier League outings. To provide context, even England captain Harry Kane did not achieve a run this long - his best is two distinct five-match streaks. And the only English striker to outdo Calvert-Lewin in recent memory is Jamie Vardy, who produced an eight-game scoring spree for Leicester City in 2019. What's Behind the Hot Streak? Why has Calvert-Lewin so hard to stop in recent weeks? A recent opponent's manager described it aptly. "He has the impeccable timing," the manager stated. "He's smart and a excellent striker and he found the timing to arrive exactly when needed." That nose for goal and positional sense inside the box was what turned him into a popular figure at his previous club. Experts note the tactical shift to a 3-5-2 as a key factor, helping more players to enter the box and occupy defenders, thus provided the striker additional space. "He is a classic centre-forward," commented a former professional. "For the goal... it was a neat little finish beyond the keeper, a classic centre-forward's goal." "I've been through a lot since then. Lots of ups and lots of downs. A challenge of mentality and I've hung in there and kept going... I've believed in myself and now I'm reaping the rewards." His manager has expressed no surprise at this hot streak, emphasizing that the player is "a top strikers" in the league. International Conversation Calvert-Lewin's scoring run has inevitably sparked discussions of an England recall. The former Sheffield United player has eleven England caps, netting four goals, but has not represented the national team since the most recent European Championship. Observers think the striker will be in contention for the World Cup squad if he can maintain this form. "He looks as sharp as he has in a considerable period," one remarked. "If he continues this level of form... then he's going to be in a discussion for a World Cup place." Intense Rivalry Yet, competition for places behind Harry Kane is fierce. Ollie Watkins of Aston Villa, fresh off a match-winning brace against Chelsea, is currently regarded as leading in the pecking order, according to some opinion. "If you contrast the two players, Watkins holds the edge in terms of using his pace to test teams," it was said. "He also holds the edge when it comes to making a meaningful impact at a major finals." Ultimately, whether Calvert-Lewin makes it to the squad may depend on how many specialist strikers the England manager decides to select. "I think it might hinge on whether the manager selects two or three centre-forwards," an expert summarized. "If it is three, he certainly has a chance."