Steven Gerrard has hit out at the FA for only now integrating Curtis Jones into the England setup following his brilliant performance against Greece.

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• Jones scored on full England debut
• Helped Three Lions to important win
• Gerrard aims dig at FA for his late arrival

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  WHAT HAPPENED?

  Jones was the star of the show as England beat Greece 3-0 in the Nations League on Thursday. The 23-year-old finished off a fine team move with a cheeky back-heel for the Three Lions' third and final goal in Athens. It was a debut to remember for the Liverpool midfielder and Reds legend Gerrard took to Instagram with a light-hearted joke, suggesting the FA should be fined for only just bringing Jones into the fold.

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• WHAT GERRARD SAID

  On Instagram, Gerrard posted a photo featuring Jones from the official England account, saying: "What a player, fine the FA and all the coaches for being late."

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• THE BIGGER PICTURE

  Jones' performance against Greece caught the eye of fans as well as pundits, particularly for his cheeky finish late on in the game. With so many players missing due to injury, Jones is likely going to get another chance to shine on Sunday against the Republic of Ireland. The 23-year-old will see this opportunity as an audition to make the cut under incoming head coach Thomas Tuchel.

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  WHAT NEXT FOR JONES?

  England welcome the Republic of Ireland to Wembley on Sunday knowing a win will earn them promotion to League A of the Nations League, even if Greece win themselves against Finland.

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