Morgan Rogers Scores First England Goal Against Wales

LONDON, UK – Morgan Rogers, an Aston Villa forward, ended his goal drought by scoring England’s first goal in their match against Wales on Thursday evening. The goal came just three minutes into the game at Wembley Stadium.

Rogers’ goal marks a significant moment for both him and his club, as Aston Villa has struggled upfront, failing to score in their first five Premier League matches of the season. With this scoring breakthrough, Rogers aims to help turn around the club’s fortunes, currently sitting at 13th in the league.

Commentators praised Rogers’ quick impact. An ITV commentator remarked, “His goalscoring record means that many people believe he’s had a slow start to this season, but he’s had a fast start to this match.” Rogers joined Villa from Middlesbrough in January 2024 and received his first England call-up just last November.

Despite a rough start to the Premier League season, England manager Thomas Tuchel has kept Rogers in the national squad, even alongside stars like Jude Bellingham and Jack Grealish. Rogers’ recent performance could boost his chances of participating in the World Cup in North America next June.

Rogers’ goal not only provides confidence to him but is essential for Villa as they work to climb the league table. As the season progresses, it is clear that his contributions on the field will be vital for both his club and country.