Dele Alli being rested could be ideal for Spurs this weekend.
Jesse Lingard shone for England last night in the Three Lions’ draw with Italy, setting up the winner for Jamie Vardy’s goal.
His performance had fans hailing the Manchester United playmaker, and it has certainly put Dele Alli under pressure for a starting spot at the World Cup.
But that situation has plenty of time to play itself out, and Tottenham fans should not be worried about their midfielder being left out by England.
Alli did not even get off the bench, despite the Three Lions rotating their side.
England already know what they have with Alli, and there was little to be gained from playing him last night.
Instead this was a chance for Alli to get a vital breather from a frenetic season.
Alli, 21, has already played in 43 games for club and country already in 2018/19.
Tottenham need him to be at his best for a crucial few weeks ahead, beginning this weekend against Chelsea.
The rest for England helps him be that little bit fresher for this weekend’s crucial fixture, and Tottenham fans should be thankful that Gareth Southgate has done them a big favour regarding a potential matchwinner.
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