The Scotsman

Cook shines but England held to draw

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England Under-21s maintained their unbeaten start to the Toulon Tournament as they played out a goalless draw with Mexico.

In a game of limited opportunit­ies, both sides were wary of each other in a match largely played out in midfield.

The best chance of the game came in the 20th minute when England goalkeeper Freddy Woodman had to a tip over a fine header from Roberto Alvarado after he had met Uriel Antuna’s corner.

Moments later Mexico captain Cesar Montes headed narrowly wide as Mexico enjoyed a period of pressure in the England half.

Lewis Cook was England’s most creative outlet and he provided halfchance­s for Eddie Nketiak and Lukas Nmecha, but on both occasions Jose Hernandez made comfortabl­e saves.

The point sees england sit in second place in Group A, behind Mexico on goal difference, with four points from three games.

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