Elliot Anderson
Center Midfielder
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Nov 6, 2002 (23)
Right
5'10"
152 lb
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2026 World Cup
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2026 World Cup
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Cramp, not serious injury
Anderson was substituted after appearing to feel his hamstring during a collision in Sunday's 2-1 win over Bournemouth, but coach Enzo Maresca clarified it was just cramp, per Metro. "I think it was cramp. We still have four or five players that are not 100 per cent and he is one of them."
Analysis: Anderson played 63 minutes in his first league appearance since his transfer from Nottingham Forest, contributing one chance created, three crosses and two interceptions. Manager Enzo Maresca praised his performance both on and off the ball, and while this outing effectively served as a preseason match given his lack of proper preparation following the World Cup. Anderson is expected to be available for the trip to Crystal Palace on August 28.
Wins five tackles in 3-2 win
Anderson generated five tackles (five won) and three clearances in Sunday's 3-2 win against Mexico.
Analysis: Anderson was huge in defence and counterattack for England as they defeated Mexico to book a place in the quarter-finals against Norway. The midfielder was crucial in the build-up to the second goal. He won a tackle shortly after kick-off from the first goal and won the ball, with it landing with Jude Bellingham. Bellingham worked the ball to Kane, who found Bellingham in the box for the goal. Anderson has started every game in this World Cup and in the last four games has only failed to win one tackle from 12 attempts.
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