England Under-21s hammer Serbia 9-1 in Euro 2025 qualifying

Young Lions produce stunning display in first home game since winning European Championships

England Under-21s thrashed Serbia 9-1 in Euro 2025 qualifying in their first home game since winning the European Championships.

The Young Lions produced a stunning display at Nottingham Forest's City Ground, with debutant Noni Madueke scoring twice.

Jaden Philogene-Bidace also netted a brace, while Fabio Silva, Conor Gallagher, Anthony Elanga, Jacob Ramsey and Cameron Archer were also on target.

The victory takes England top of Group G, with two wins from two games.

Lee Carsley's side will now face the Czech Republic in their next qualifier on Tuesday.

England's victory was a statement of intent from a team that is looking to build on their success at the European Championships.

The Young Lions were dominant from start to finish, and they could have won by an even bigger margin.

Madueke was the star of the show on his debut, and he showed why he is one of the most exciting young players in England.

The Chelsea forward scored two goals and set up another, and he was a constant threat to the Serbian defence.

Philogene-Bidace also impressed, and he scored two well-taken goals.

The Aston Villa winger is another player who is highly rated, and he is starting to show why.

England's victory was a great way to start their Euro 2025 qualifying campaign.

The Young Lions are one of the favourites to win the tournament, and they will be confident of success after this performance.