England thrash Serbia 5-0 in World Cup qualifier in Belgrade

England delivered a dominant 5-0 victory over Serbia in their World Cup qualifying match in Belgrade, marking their best performance under coach Thomas Tuchel. Harry Kane opened the scoring, followed by first international goals from Noni Madueke, Ezri Konsa, and Marc Guehi, with Marcus Rashford sealing the win via a late penalty. Serbia’s Nikola Milenkovic was sent off in the 72nd minute, which further tilted the match in England's favor. This comprehensive win solidifies England's top position in Group K, seven points ahead of second-placed Albania, and puts them close to securing a spot in the 2026 World Cup. Tuchel’s tactical adjustments and the team’s cohesion were praised as a clear improvement, dispelling earlier doubts about his leadership. The match also featured moments of unrest among Serbian fans, including police intervention amid calls for their president to resign.