'Put personal interest aside' - Marc Guehi hailed as 'best team-mate' by Thomas Tuchel following England heroics off back of failed Liverpool transfer

England maintained their 100 per cent win record in the 2026 World Cup qualifiers as they registered a thumping 5-0 victory over Serbia in a difficult away fixture on Tuesday. Harry Kane opened the scoring for the Three Lions before Noni Madueke doubled their lead in the first half. Ezri Konsa, Guehi and Rashford then scored in the second half to complete the rout.

Guehi, who had picked up a groin problem in England's previous clash against Andorra last week, was initially doubtful for the clash, but he eventually did take the field and contributed with a goal. The Palace star received heavy praise from manager Tuchel, who called the defender the "best team-mate". 

Speaking to ITV, Tuchel said: "It’s the example of how the boys were in this camp, exactly like this. They put their personal interests aside. He was the best team-mate possible and had a fantastic performance. Very strong for Crystal Palace and showed it today on the pitch."

Guehi will be back in action for Palace this Saturday as Oliver Glasner's side take on newly promoted Sunderland at Selhurst Park in the Premier League.