'Nothing fazes me'

The Everton and England goalkeeper made some vital saves during England's 2-0 quarter-final win against Sweden.

His confidence was high after his penalty shootout heriocs saw England go through instead of Colombia.

The goalkeeper was named man of the match, and explained to the presss that he doesn't feel the pressure of being England's keeper.

Speaking to 'Sky Sports', Pickford said: "I never put myself under any pressure or anything, I embrace the moment, play in the moment, and I feel strong, nothing fazes me, I just want to be myself.

"The pitch is always going to be the same lines, same goal height. It's just a game of football.

"I just work hard every day in training, and that's why I got a clean sheet tonight, because all the saves I make in training I showcase them on a matchday.

"I always enjoy my football. I train hard every day in the gym and on the pitch, to show what I can do on a matchday. Criticism doesn't affect me, it just makes me want to be better."

Pickford has helped England reach their first semi-final at a World Cup since 1990, and their first semi at any major tournament since the 1996 European Championships.

The teams' success can be atributed to Gareth Southgate putting so much emphasis on the togetherness of the team, which has been unlocking their abilities.

"We always said take each game as it comes," he said. "We know our ability, and it's all about togetherness. If the togetherness is there, which it is always, we control our ability on the pitch. We work hard as a team."