Hughes confirms England U21 finals place

Last updated : 14 October 2014 By EnglandRam

C:WindowsTempphpEB3.tmpRams U21 star Will Hughes booked England's U21 European Championship place with a goal in a 2-1 win in Croatia.

Hughes played the entire 90 minutes and his strike happened in the 73rd minute, his quick feet beating several croatian defenders before a superbly angled shot found the bottom corner of the Croatian net.

England had taken the lead in the first half through Liam Moore in the 9th minute. Croatia levelling through Livaja in the 38th minute. The aggregate score at the break was 3-2 in favour of England before Hughes settled the tie, sending England through to the Championship finals to be held next year...