Montenegro stays top of its group after holding England to 1-1 draw in World Cup qualifier

Dejan Damjanovic scored a late equalizer as Montenegro held England to a 1-1 draw in an action-packed World Cup qualifier on Tuesday.

The result meant that Montenegro maintained its two-point lead over England in Group H.

England took the lead in the sixth minute when Wayne Rooney headed in a corner from Steven Gerrard after being left unmarked.

Damjanovic levelled from close range in the 76th minute after a melee in a packed England goalmouth.

England dominated most of the first half, creating several good chances, while Montenegro failed to penetrate a well-organized defence.

However, the hosts took control for all but the latter stages of the second half, securing a vital result in their qualifying campaign.

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