Jordan Pickford added yet another feather to his cap as England’s number 1 after keeping yet another clean sheet as the Three Lions beat Wales 3-0 at Wembley.
England made quick work of their neighbours with three first-half goals from Morgan Rogers (3’), Ollie Watkins (11’) and Bukayo Saka (20’), securing a comfortable win. It was England’s sixth victory in seven games under Thomas Tuchel.
More importantly, though, it was the eighth clean sheet on the trot for Pickford, who has become the first goalkeeper to achieve this record.
The previous record belonged to the legendary Gordon Banks, with the last game of his record coming in the 1966 World Cup quarter-final.
“It’s not easy to stay focused in a dominant first half like that. Have basically nothing to do,” Tuchel lauded Pickford after the game.
“And then suddenly, I think in the 42nd minute, there’s situation where it always can be dangerous. And second half, he had a very difficult save to close his legs very fast.
“He’s a fantastic shot stopper. There is no doubt about it.
“Today there was a challenge for him because they pressed us high. And we want to escape the pressing. We want to have the chance to escape the pressing, also with short passes, and not only with long shots from him. So, he did very well.
“He kept his composure. He kept calm. This is basically what we demand of him. He stayed calm, kept his focus.”
Tuchel also praised Pickford’s ability to adapt to his tactical demands as he added: “It’s like, always a team effort, and I think he's happy to share this with at least the defenders in front of him.
“But with a defensive approach that we make it the least saves possible from him, but he's doing good.
“Well done, congratulations. Fantastic achievement.”
Even as popular media outlets continue to suggest alternatives to Pickford’s undisputed status as England's Number 1, the Everton goalkeeper continues to make history.
Pickford’s run of nine consecutive clean sheets began with clean sheets against Ireland and Greece in November 2024, with Lee Carsley being at the helm of the national team on an interim basis.
During that period, he’s faced Greece, Ireland, Albania, Latvia, Serbia, Wales and Andorra twice.
The Everton goalkeeper is yet to concede a goal since Tuchel took over as manager and England’s only loss under the German, a 3-1 defeat to Senegal, came with Dean Henderson in goal.
England will travel to Riga to face Latvia in the eighth round of the World Cup qualifiers on Tuesday.
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2 Posted 10/10/2025 at 16:19:52
Everton have had some fantastic keepers over the decades.
Well done Jordan. You deserve all the accolades that most people think but will not say. You make me proud and I cannot thank you enough for honouring our club with your wonderful skill.
You play from the heart and it's clear you love Everton.
3 Posted 10/10/2025 at 16:42:12
Fully appreciated seeing him in an Everton shirt, and those who don't, ask yourself who could replace him and at what cost. Long may he continue in a specialized position.
4 Posted 10/10/2025 at 17:43:17
Pickford does not command his area as well as I would like and does not catch or hold the ball. I know this is a modern practice but it often leads to goals against. On the other hand, Pickford is good with his feet, another modern trend.
You don't see many one-on-ones these days but, for me, that was Nev's biggest strength. You would always feel confident he would save anything thrown at him or coming at him.
5 Posted 10/10/2025 at 18:17:21
6 Posted 10/10/2025 at 18:57:44
2-0 Yugoslavia,
3-0 Finland,
1-0 Poland,
0-0 Uruguay,
2-0 Mexico,
2-0 France,
1-0 Argentina.
May thru July 1966. See records here Link
7 Posted 10/10/2025 at 19:43:02
People will pick them apart though.
What amazes me is that people can't see what's in front of them. He's not just a good keeper, he's an outstanding keeper. Yet I still hear other clubs' supporters describe him as a liability. And media question whether he's that good.
I have had a few debates with reds where they've claimed he's rubbish. My response nowadays is to say it's not even worth discussing -- that their statement doesn't even pass for an opinion. It's objectively wrong.
8 Posted 10/10/2025 at 19:48:09
“He hates Newcastle
He hates the shite.
Jordan Pickford
He's dynamite”
Etc.
The guy's a legend.
9 Posted 10/10/2025 at 19:51:40
10 Posted 10/10/2025 at 20:26:43
11 Posted 11/10/2025 at 07:23:46
12 Posted 11/10/2025 at 07:25:20
For some reason, this lad will never get the credit he deserves, especially for England, who he has never let down and has been remarkably consistent for.
13 Posted 11/10/2025 at 09:05:06
That impression has stayed with most non-Evertonians and pundits but those of us who watch him on a weekly basis know just how much he has grown up and matured. I used to cover my face with my hands watching Jordan sometimes thinking, what the fuck is he doing?
He’s still mad as a hatter but he’s now a man and a leader. Long may it continue. Well done Pickers.
14 Posted 11/10/2025 at 14:59:45
There were also 2 other games where Peter Bonetti and Ron Springett played. Uruguay, Mexico and France were World Cup group games and the infamous Rattin game v Argentina in the quarter final.
Hard to believe only 16 teams in the World Cup Finals back then.
15 Posted 13/10/2025 at 09:08:59
I like Pickford, but a Banks he ain't, not even a Bonetti.
16 Posted 13/10/2025 at 10:27:00
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1 Posted 10/10/2025 at 04:47:05
Jordan Pickford is dynamite!!!