Trent Alexander-Arnold's Stunning Free-Kick Powers England to Victory Over Finland.

England claimed a much-needed 3-1 victory over Finland in their UEFA Nations League Group B2 match, following a disappointing loss to Greece. This win, achieved in Helsinki, provided a morale boost as England looks to stay in contention for promotion to the top tier of the Nations League.

The first half saw Jack Grealish score an early goal after receiving a precise through ball from Angel Gomes. Grealish’s composed finish was his fourth international goal, helping England settle into the game. However, Finland responded with aggression, creating some dangerous chances, especially through Fredrik Jensen, but they failed to capitalize.

The key moment came in the second half when **Trent Alexander-Arnold** stepped up to take a free-kick from 25 yards out. His stunning strike left Finland's goalkeeper, Lukas Hradecky, helpless, extending England’s lead to 2-0. Alexander-Arnold's set-piece brilliance proved to be the turning point, settling any nerves in the English camp.

Declan Rice sealed the victory with a close-range finish following Ollie Watkins' cross. Finland managed to pull one back through a late header from Arttu Hoskonen, but it was little more than a consolation goal for the Nordic side.

The victory marked a crucial turnaround for England under interim coach Lee Carsley, who made tactical adjustments after the previous defeat to Greece. Trent Alexander-Arnold, deployed in a makeshift left-back role, was one of England’s standout performers, not only for his brilliant free-kick but also for his versatility and defensive contributions.

### Fans' Reactions: 

The victory was well-received by England supporters, who were impressed by the leadership of Grealish and the technical brilliance of Alexander-Arnold. On social media, many fans praised Trent for his consistency in delivering under pressure, with calls for him to play a more central role in future games. However, some fans expressed concerns about England's defensive vulnerability, especially in the second half, where Finland managed to create several scoring opportunities.

Despite the win, England’s performance has sparked a mix of optimism and caution among analysts. While Alexander-Arnold’s free-kick and Grealish's calm finishing highlighted the team's individual talent, the overall display against a relatively weaker Finland side raised questions about their preparedness for tougher opponents.

England's next challenge will be a critical match against Greece, and fans hope that the team can build on this victory to secure promotion in the Nations League.