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Walker happy to end personal England drought

Kyle Walker was delighted to score his first goal for England in their Euro2024 qualifying draw with Ukraine.

Harry Kane created England's equaliser for Manchester City fullback Walker after Arsenal defender Zinchenko had put Ukraine ahead.

Walker later said: "It was a relief. To represent your country and be as fortunate as I have this many times, it had been on my mind but now I can finally tick it off.

"I've played with H [Harry Kane] for a number of years now and I know he likes to drop deep and spot that run. I saw the gap. I am pleased I could contribute at that end but my main job is stopping goals.

"It shows how intelligent he is as a footballer, he can drop deep and play as a number nine. We just need the best Harry Kane.

"Sometimes you have these nights. We had a lot of possession, we should have created a few more opportunities but this is a good Ukraine side. You take a point and we move onto Tuesday now.

"It is fantastic for Ukraine after all they have gone through."

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