Harry Maguire says proper England fans don't boo players in defence of Jordan Henderson
Jordan Henderson was booed off by some supporters against Australia on Friday but jeers on Tuesday were overwhelmed by cheers for the midfielder against Italy; Henderson has drawn criticism since leaving Liverpool for Saudi Pro League side Al Ettifaq in the summer
Senior Football Journalist @psmithXI
Wednesday 18 October 2023 09:17, UK
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«Proper England fans don't boo players,» said Harry Maguire, after abuse towards Jordan Henderson was drowned out by loud cheers when he came on during Tuesday's win over Italy.
Henderson had been booed off during Friday's win over Australia, with both the midfielder and England boss Gareth Southgate hitting back at the supporters in question after the game.
Henderson's switch to play in the Saudi Pro League has been a controversial one but Southgate argued that issue should be put to one side when he is playing for his country, while the former Liverpool captain said hisdetractors wouldn't impact his commitment to playing for England.
Maguire — who has experienced similar treatment in recent years, most recently in the win over Scotland last month, when Southgate launched a staunch defence of his centre-back — stood firmly behind Henderson when he spoke toSky Sports on Tuesday.
«Don't boo players who play for your country and dedicate their life to play and do everything they can to make this country have good memories and special moments for them, the fans and their families,» he said.
«I know a lot of top, top England fans and I know the England fans who have been with me ever since my debut and they're right behind me and they're right behind Jordan as well.
»You heard a little few jeers but they're not England fans."
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