Rio Ngumoha makes fresh England impression in game fans won't get to see
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Liverpool FC NewsFeaturesRio NgumohaRio Ngumoha has made a big impression with England before the World Cup, with the young Liverpool winger reportedly having scored a great goal in a behind-closed-doors game todayRio Ngumoha controls the ball during an England game.(Image: Rich Storry/Getty Images)Rio Ngumoha reportedly scored for England in a behind-closed-doors game against Miami FC today as Thomas Tuchel's side continues to warm up for the World Cup.The Three Lions won 3-0 against Costa Rica on Wednesday in their final official friendly before the tournament kicks off, but those who didn't feature as much in that game are said to have played the second-tier US outfit as preparations continue.According to the Daily Mail, Ivan Toney scored a hat-trick and England won 6-0. They were taken to the US initially for the experience, and to help out in training.Last weekend, Ngumoha made his first England appearance when he played the second half against New Zealand.
He was awarded the Player of the Match award.Playing on the right wing, he was essentially standing in for Bukayo Saka and Noni Madueke, who were given some more time to recover from featuring for Arsenal in the Champions League final.Despite his good form and undoubted talent, Reds legend John Barnes is pleased that Ngumoha isn't going to the World Cup."Leave him alone, let him develop," he said on talkSPORT. "First of all, he’s not even playing for Liverpool; he’s a sub for Liverpool."So until he gets in Liverpool’s team consistently and plays well, don’t put the pressure on him.
That’s why I’m glad he never played a lot last year in a Liverpool team that may not have been doing well."Because if they’re not doing well and he suffers because of confidence and not playing, it could affect him. If you’re not playing for Arsenal and Liverpool regularly, why are you going to be playing for England?"Choose Liverpool.com as a 'Preferred Source' on Google News for quick access to the news you value.Liverpool FCRio NgumohaEngland Football Team