Roy Keane Slams England’s Senegal Defeat, Questions Team Unity with ‘Starbucks’ Jab

Roy Keane Slams England After Shocking 3-1 Defeat to Senegal
By Sam Brookes | Updated: 00:39 BST, 11 June 2025

Roy Keane delivered a scathing assessment of England’s players after their dismal 3-1 loss to Senegal on Tuesday, questioning the team’s unity and focus under manager Thomas Tuchel.

The Three Lions started brightly, with Harry Kane firing them ahead early. But Senegal stormed back, equalizing through Ismaila Sarr before halftime. Second-half goals from Habib Diarra and Cheikh Sabaly clinched a historic win for the African side, leaving England’s World Cup preparations in turmoil.

Keane, speaking on ITV, did not hold back: “The signs aren’t great. They don’t look like a happy group. Are they really all in it together? There’s a lack of spirit, and they seem completely lost.” His signature biting humor emerged as he added, “The players are chatting like they’re in Starbucks—just do your job!”

England’s disjointed performance raised questions about squad cohesion.

This marked Tuchel’s first defeat since taking charge, compounding frustrations after a lackluster 1-0 win over Andorra days earlier. The German made 10 changes to his lineup, but the experimental XI backfired. Keane warned, “Tuchel will have a miserable summer—he should be very concerned.”

Tuchel’s tactical tinkering has yet to yield consistency.

Ian Wright acknowledged the squad’s struggles but urged patience: “Tuchel needs time to gel these players. It’s better he learns their strengths now than at the World Cup.” However, with qualifiers against Andorra and Serbia in September, time is a luxury England may not afford.

Keane’s critique highlighted England’s tactical disconnect.

The defeat has intensified scrutiny on Tuchel’s early tenure. Despite boasting world-class talent, England appeared rudderless—a far cry from the side that reached the Euro 2024 semifinals. As pressure mounts, the manager must quickly address squad dynamics and clarity of purpose before the World Cup kicks off in 12 months.

Upcoming Matches:

• September: England vs. Andorra (World Cup Qualifier)
• September: England vs. Serbia (World Cup Qualifier)

For now, the Three Lions’ roar has faded to a whimper, and Keane’s Starbucks analogy may linger as a symbol of a team searching for its identity.

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