The former Arsenal defender was part of the commentary team as Thomas Tuchel’s side took on Latvia.
Securing their place at next summer’s World Cup, England were comfortable 5-0 winners.
Indeed, it was yet another international clean sheet for Jordan Pickford, his ninth in a row.
However, comments by some in the media regarding Pickford’s quality, or the stature of the club he plays for, are a regular occurrence.
On this occasion, it was Lee Dixon, who insisted he was ‘surprised’ that the Everton keeper hadn’t moved to ‘a bigger club’.
The Toffees immediately replied via social media, posting: “9 top- flight titles, 5 FA Cups, 1 European title, one of football’s most passionate fanbases, a word-class new stadium, Everton FC – a big club: past, present & future”
The club ensured to tag Lee Dixon in the post.
Dixon, who was part of the England squad who failed to qualify for the 1994 World Cup, made the comments live on ITV.
It was a swift response from the Blues, with the post going up almost immediately after the remarks.
Everton might not hold a place at football’s head table in the modern era. However, to play down our history and stature in the English game is incredibly disrespectful from Dixon.
Indeed, despite the former Arsenal player’s thoughts, Pickford seems set to renew his commitment to Everton once more.
As reports suggest, the 31-year-old is poised to sign a contract extension, following teammate James Tarkowski.
There’s no doubt that Pickford is a modern great at the Blues – a player who understands what it means to play for the club.
A Toffee, through and through.