In better form than Kane – why Watkins is no longer being ‘written off’Figure caption, Aston Villa secure Champions League spot in win over LiverpoolByJess AndersonBBC Sport journalistPublished30 minutes agoTwo months ago Ollie Watkins was in a rough patch.Out of form, struggling for goals and left out of Thomas Tuchel’s England squad for the March international break, his chances of playing for the Three Lions at this summer’s World Cup looked in serious doubt.But, one month out from the tournament in North America, the striker has rediscovered his stride and his current form surely makes it difficult for him to be left out of Tuchel’s World Cup squad.Watkins’ newest exploits, two goals in a 4-2 thrashing of Liverpool as Aston Villa booked their place in next year’s Champions League, make him the current most in-form English striker. Even ahead of Harry Kane.
“I wish he was Scottish!” mentioned Villa captain John McGinn.
“He was obviously disappointed in March but if it gave him a kick up the backside and he’s certainly responded in the best way.
“We’re so fortunate to have him, what he’s done for this club the past few seasons has been incredible. I think he may have just snuck his way onto that plane.”
