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Liverpool fans laud Arsenal star after England win

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It was always going to be difficult for any England player to really impress in their final World Cup qualifier, but Arsenal starlet Emile Smith Rowe has managed it with the attacking midfielder receiving plaudits from a host of Liverpool fans on Twitter.

Smith Rowe made his debut for the Three Lions in their win over Albania last week. The attacking midfielder came off the bench for Gareth Southgate’s men in the 77th minute in the 5-0 win.

San Marino v England - 2022 FIFA World Cup Qualifier
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He was handed a first start against San Marino on Monday. Of course, the quality of the opposition makes it difficult to get carried away.

But ultimately, England brought up double figures to round off their qualifying campaign. And Smith Rowe was one of the highlights of the performance.

The Arsenal man scored one and provided an assist. Some of his touches were outstanding. He really did look several levels above the players that he was coming up against – and he will probably feel that he had several more gears to go through.

San Marino v England - 2022 FIFA World Cup Qualifier
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And some of his link-up play with Trent Alexander-Arnold was particularly impressive.

Interestingly, the pair will be opponents later this week. Liverpool host Arsenal in the first Premier League game back after the international break.

‘Wow’: Liverpool fans laud Smith Rowe after England win

And many Liverpool supporters have lauded Smith Rowe on social media. They clearly feel that he definitely belongs on the international stage, with some suggesting that he is better than a lot of his rivals for the position.

With that in mind, here is how some of the Liverpool fans have reacted to Smith Rowe’s display…