Noni Madueke Opens England Account in Five-Star Display Against Serbia
Belgrade, September 9, 2025 – England’s World Cup qualifying campaign marched on in ruthless fashion as the Three Lions dismantled Serbia 5–0 in Belgrade. On a night filled with standout performances, one of the brightest came from Noni Madueke, who not only started but also scored his first senior international goal.
The Chelsea winger has long been tipped as one of England’s most promising attacking prospects, and last night he proved exactly why. His goal – England’s second of the night – came after clever interplay involving Morgan Rogers and Elliot Anderson. Presented with the opportunity, Madueke showed maturity beyond his international experience: racing into the box at speed before steadying himself to finish with composure.
Reflecting on the moment, he said:
“I had one thought… to go as fast as I could to the goal and then compose myself for the finish. I’m really happy.”
Energy, Composure and End Product
Madueke’s influence extended beyond the goal. His direct running repeatedly unsettled Serbia’s backline, while his movement created space for teammates to exploit. Rated among the top performers on the night, he earned widespread praise for balancing flair with discipline – an element England manager Thomas Tuchel has worked hard to instill in his young squad.
Madueke wasn’t alone in celebrating personal milestones. Defenders Ezri Konsa and Marc Guéhi also opened their England scoring accounts, while Harry Kane powered in a header and Marcus Rashford converted a penalty to complete the rout. For Madueke, however, this debut goal marked a defining step in his international journey.
Tuchel, delighted with his side’s fluency, hailed the performance as “teamwork in its purest form”. Madueke’s contribution epitomised that ethos – combining individual brilliance with collective execution. His link-up play with Anderson and Rogers on the right-hand side was one of England’s most dangerous weapons throughout the evening.
The emphatic result tightened England’s grip at the top of Group K, bringing them ever closer to sealing a place at the 2026 World Cup. For Madueke, the night will be remembered as the moment he truly announced himself on the international stage.
At just 23, with pace, flair, and a growing end product, Madueke has the tools to become a fixture in England’s attack for years to come. Yesterday’s goal may have been his first, but it almost certainly won’t be his last in a Three Lions shirt.
