Bukayo Saka: It is a joy to play with Kyle Walker

Bukayo Saka is relishing playing in front of Kyle Walker down England's right-hand side and is aiming for more success against Denmark on Thursday.

The winger impressed in Sunday's 1-0 victory over Serbia, setting up the only goal of the game for Jude Bellingham and posing a constant threat.

Saka also set Walker away on a dangerous counter-attack before half-time and though the full-back's effort sneaked narrowly wide, the pair will be hoping to combine again.

The Arsenal star said: "It's a joy to play with him. He's so solid and he's someone I can trust in. He communicates a lot, especially out of position and I'm always clear where I need to be.

"Going forward, he's a machine. You saw that counter-attack we had, he was flying, I just put the ball there. I know he's going to win the race so I just put it in front of him and left him to run. It's a pleasure to play with him and he gives me a lot of confidence.

"The first half, I was happy. I managed to get into good positions, dribbling, running in behind to affect the game and creating some chances for my teammates. I'm enjoying playing football. However the opposition set up, you have to find a way to break it down."

Saka was pleased with the Three Lions' performance and victory overall and also heaped praise on the match-winner.

He said: "We can be positive. Winning the first game is so important for the confidence and momentum. We want to build on our performance. I think in the second half Serbia were much more aggressive and we had to dig deep but if we're going to win the tournament we have to show that side.

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"Jude [Bellingham] was unbelievable. At certain moments he was doing some crazy things. I'm happy for him, he deserved it, and I hope he can play like that the whole tournament. It's a pleasure to play with him.

"My cross dropped perfectly for him for the goal. It wasn't an easy header, though, he had to be brave. He finished it off nicely."

Attention now turns to Denmark and Saka is eager that England get into a rhythm of playing well and winning.

He said: "We were waiting a long time for game one. It came and we won it so we're confident and happy now. We're looking forward to the next game and another challenge. We've played Denmark before and it wasn't easy so we're just doing our best to prepare for it.

"We have an idea of how they'll set up. One thing we know is that they're a team with quality. We played them in the last EUROs and we went to extra time with them so we know it will be tough. We want to go and win again."