Thomas Tuchel would have "no problem" playing Phil Foden as England's central striker should Harry Kane be unavailable after the Manchester City forward's surprise 'false nine' appearance against Serbia.

Just after the hour mark, Foden replaced England captain Kane and impressed as the No 9 - setting up Eberechi Eze's 90th minute goal in the 2-0 win, while creating another chance for the Arsenal forward, who hit the bar.

Much was made about England's lack of back-up striker options to record goalscorer Kane in this Three Lions squad for the November international break, but Tuchel believes he has another option in his deck.

"It's absolutely an opportunity," said Tuchel about whether Foden would get a chance in that role if anything happened to Kane.

"If Phil stays in his shape and form

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