Twitter reacts to England's rather boring 2-0 win over Malta in 2018 FIFA World Cup qualifier

England lead Group G with six points from two matches

England beat Malta 2-0 in their Group F 2018 FIFA World Cup qualifier at Wembley on Saturday. Goals from Daniel Sturridge and Dele Alli ensured the Three Lions took all three points against a disappointing Malta side to give caretaker manager Gareth Southgate a win in his first game in charge.

However, most of the 81,700 fans at Wembley were not impressed with the performance and felt England should have scored a few more goals. There were a few boos after the full-time whistle amidst scattered applause.

Malta, on the other hand, were content sitting deep in their half – leading to a frustrating evening for England. Here are some of the best tweets from the game.

England win 14 WC/EURO qualifiers in a row. Only 3 teams have had a longer run: ESP 24, NED 17, CZE 15. #england #engmal

— Gracenote Live (@GracenoteLive) October 8, 2016

 

1 - @DanielSturridge has scored his first goal at Wembley for @England since May 2014. Opener. pic.twitter.com/aENzBJXnXF

— OptaJoe (@OptaJoe) October 8, 2016

 

Bertrand is only playing because Rose has a tight hamstring. Now Bertrand appears to be struggling with a pull...

— John Cross (@johncrossmirror) October 8, 2016

 

Great for up-and-coming England midfielder Wayne Rooney to get experience playing alongside a seasoned campaigner like Henderson.

— Tom Williams (@tomwfootball) October 8, 2016

 

There is a "dab cam" at Wembley today. Game's gone. pic.twitter.com/f6yKgfYQMn

— Football Away Days (@FBAwayDays) October 8, 2016

 

Worst job in football has to be being a lone striker for someone like Malta or San Marino.

— Tim Stillman (@Stillberto) October 8, 2016

 

One day a team like Malta will just all lie down on top of each other in the goal as a kind of 'human wall'. Doesn't break any rules.

— Mb (@1burnm) October 8, 2016

 

81 - Malta have had their first shot in the match against England, after 81 minutes of play. Eventually.

— OptaJoe (@OptaJoe) October 8, 2016

 

No words needed.

#ENGMAL: https://t.co/sWNcislvJJ pic.twitter.com/8rMITd5zpA

— Match of the Day (@BBCMOTD) October 8, 2016

 

Obi Mikel >>> Rooney

— The Chief (@Macho_Grande1) October 8, 2016

 

Clive Tyldesley just uttered the words: "It's only Malta."

Mate, it's not that long ago it was "only Iceland". #ENGMAL

— Michael McEwan (@MMcEwanBunkered) October 8, 2016

 

This game is now so dull that Clive Tyldesley is talking about the time his son had braces.

— SportsJOE (@SportsJOE_UK) October 8, 2016

 

Theo Walcott: In 45 England appearances Walcott has only completed the 90 minutes on four occasions

— WhoScored.com (@WhoScored) October 8, 2016

 

So England have crossed the ball in about 297378 times today, and the guy who can't stop scoring headers (Antonio) is still on the bench.

— SundayLeagueHipster (@HipsterManager) October 8, 2016

 

I miss Kane's corners #ENGMAL

— Alex (@grampyrabbit) October 8, 2016

 

87 - England have had 87 shots (inc. blocks) over their last four international games, scoring just four goals in the process. Peppered.

— OptaJoe (@OptaJoe) October 8, 2016

 

England maintain their unbeaten record of 19 World Cup qualifiers at home. They last lost in 2000 to Germany (0-1). pic.twitter.com/VDw5uV8Jno

— Squawka Football (@Squawka) October 8, 2016

 

Can't wait until Rashford is 30 and playing as a defensive midfielder. #engmal

— John Brewin (@JohnBrewinESPN) October 8, 2016

 

Wayne Rooney got nutmegged by a plumber this evening... #ENGMALhttps://t.co/FOpczoH6cK

— BigSport (@BigSportGB) October 8, 2016

 

Watching #ENGMAL like... pic.twitter.com/CWAPqE8qC3

— BetVictor (@BetVictor) October 8, 2016

 

This second half. #ENGMAL pic.twitter.com/gcEW1zLFjr

— Proper Sport (@ProperSport) October 8, 2016