Football NewsGiveMeSportUnverified source· 28 Sept 2026
Robinson Backs Pickford Over Trafford for England
The former England goalkeeper has weighed in on who should wear the gloves for the national side.
M. Robinson
player
Topic
England goalkeeper debate
Backed
Jordan Pickford
Rival
James Trafford
Clubs
Everton vs Leeds
What happened. Paul Robinson has given his verdict on the debate over whether Everton's Jordan Pickford or Leeds United's James Trafford should start in goal for England. He came down in favour of Pickford as the national team's number one.
- Robinson favours Pickford as England's first-choice goalkeeper.
- The debate pits Everton's Pickford against Leeds' James Trafford.
The England goalkeeper conversation continues as both players push for the starting spot.
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