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Leicester defender Maguire weak link for England - Vydra

Czech Republic have identified Leicester defender Harry Maguire as England's weak link ahead of Euro2020 qualifier on Friday, according to Matej Vydra.

The Burnley forward believes Maguire's red-card against his side last Saturday was a sign of weakness.

"Kane is top, Rashford as well, Sterling is in a great form. The attack is very strong. Defence, I don't say it's not strong as well, but it's not as strong as the attack," Vydra said.

"For example, Maguire. We talked about him at Burnley before we played against Leicester. In some moments it seems he doesn't know what's happening behind him, that's why he got a red card after five minutes in the match against Burnley.

"They (England) would surely like to hold the ball and play a possession game, so we have to be close to them. Don't be afraid to kick them three or four times - then they may change the plan and play just one or two touches."

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