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Can't remember Saints creating even a half chance yet - except for the opposition that is.

Saints control of the ball in the final third is abysmal.

Dreadful pass by Smallbone.

Handbags.

Tall Paul on the bench then.

Lazio certainly living up to their reputation. Good test for Saints but I can already see Saints' opponents hatching plans for the season ahead. Nothing much to worry about in defence because Saints are shot shy and blunt as an attacking force. At the other end just apply a press and wait for Saints to present you with the ball - then break fast and score. All far too predictable.

Saints might do better if they actually try shooting from time to time.

Alcaraz even managed to miskick the water bottle on his way to the dressing room.

It's never a friendly with Lazio involved.

Fannying around in defence, give the ball away and Lazio manage to miss a sitter.

On the line. Not a goal.

I expect BBD is getting it in the neck from Russell for shooting instead of passing. He'll learn.

Lazio seem to have this strange notion that an attack should end with an attempt at goal if at all possible. Why don't they just pass it around endlessly like Saints?

Looked like Arma missed a header Adams-style before poking it home.

I assume the plan is to see how often Saints can pass the ball around outside the final third before handing over possession. Making Oxford look very comfortable.

Saints looking pretty blunt in attack.

Some work required on the penalties I'd suggest. That was awful.

Never a free kick. Took the ball. 2-1.

Saints a bit shambolic at the back. Post again.

'keeper should have caught the cross.

Sometimes a defender needs to put their foot through it and get it clear.

I like that analysis. Says so much about the modern game inEngland.

England 2nd best. Only really showed something when behind in the game but then went back into their shell. Lucky it was only 2-1 if we're honest.

Spain were always likely to score again. Easily cut through the England defence.

Spain so good around the penalty area. England hanging on again.