Overview

• Dean Henderson started for England against Finland, marking his first national team appearance in over four years.
• Henderson faced the emotional challenge of playing shortly after the death of his father and his close friend, George Baldock.
• The goalkeeper chartered a plane to ensure his family could witness his significant return to the national team.
• Henderson's career has been marked by challenges, including injuries and competition for starting roles at Manchester United and Crystal Palace.
• England's interim manager, Lee Carsley, selected Henderson to assess different goalkeeping options, leading to a 3-1 victory over Finland.