Lawrence has been named in a 17-strong squad for the Ashes, which is scheduled to start on December 8 at Brisbane, and has fond memories of Australia following some standout displays on an England Lions tour early last year. intel xe dg1 It helps to assimilate new players and there were a number here. Conor Gallagher became the 50th player to make his debut under this England manager when he came on for the second half and came ever so close to scoring when his shot hit the foot of the post. intel xe dg1 The in-form Declan Rice was not required against San Marino so there was the pleasure of seeing Jude Bellingham glide across the turf as he delivered yet another mature performance. It deserved a goal but that was denied him by a harsh VAR review. intel xe dg1 It was Thomas Tuchel's answer to his new club's defensive frailties when he arrived in west London in January and the results were remarkable. Chelsea's backline was transformed into a mean machine, recording 19 clean sheets in their final 30 games of the season. intel xe dg1