National media react to Alexander-Arnold's performance in England

England claimed their third victory of the Nations League campaign with a 3-1 victory over Finland at the Helsinki Olympic Stadium on Sunday night.

Liverpool star Trent Alexander-Arnold Manager Lee Carsley gave him a surprise start at left back. He left his mark on the match, scoring England's second goal with a fine free kick.

He was named England's man of the match for the third time in four games, but the Daily Mail were not entirely impressed with him. They highlighted their weakness in the defensive aspect.

They wrote in their Player ratings: “Good going forward, not so good coming back. That's Trent. “Wonderful free-kick goal, but it's not a left-back.”

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There is no doubt about Alexander-Arnold's offensive quality. The Liverpool player showed his class with his free kick, but his defensive weaknesses were also exposed against Finland.

according to sofa scorethe 26-year-old ace lost possession a staggering 19 times in 90 minutes. This is something that could hinder his chances of landing a regular starting job.

Alexander-Arnold has looked fantastic against teams such as Ireland, Finland and Greece, but the big question is whether he can deliver a similar performance against bigger opposition.

Former England manager Gareth Southgate experimented with him in midfield during the Euros but quickly abandoned the idea after just two games into the campaign.

United legend Roy Keane highlighted that Alexander-Arnold will be punished against big teams because of how poor their defense is and that the onus is on the Liverpool star to prove him wrong.

Alexander-Arnold will now return to Liverpool and could have a big challenge on his hands when Chelsea make the trip to Anfield for Sunday's long-awaited match first division game.

Chelsea's attack has been in excellent form in the opening weeks, just as Liverpool and Alexander-Arnold could be targeted, knowing that they are not at their best when defending without possession.