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England are expected to start strong against Iceland after suffering their most humiliating night since Euro 2016 at Euro 2016. Yet Gareth Southgate must contend with several concerns.
Manchester City’s Sterling could be used to stretch Iceland’s defensive backline. Trent Alexander-Arnold and Phil Foden may also return.
England XI vs Iceland
Gareth Southgate made eight changes from his starting XI against Bosnia and Herzegovina last night in preparation for tonight’s Euro 2024 warm-up game against Iceland, hoping for a better showing than they produced against Scandinavian non-qualifiers in a narrow 1-0 loss.
Jon Dagur Thorsteinsson’s first-half strike gave Iceland an enthralling win in their final outing before this summer’s World Cup tournament in Germany. Following an excellent move by Hakon Arnar Haraldsson and short corner, Newcastle winger Jon Dagur Thorsteinsson expertly slotted under John Stones to give Iceland an advantage they never looked likely to surrender.
Cole Palmer, Harry Kane and Phil Foden all showed promising performances for the home side in a one-sided encounter, though Kieran Trippier stood out despite missing regular defender Harry Maguire due to injury. Trippier must stay alert for Iceland’s speedy left wingers as well as offer support should any player go on the offensive themselves.
Kyle Walker may retain his spot at right-back with Ezri Konsa likely out due to injury, with Spurs man Trippier and Kyle Walker having formed an effective partnership at club level, which will be essential in restricting Iceland’s threat down this flank. Manchester City pair Kyle Walker and Trippier could pair up at centre back should Southgate opt for a back four formation.
Kobbie Mainoo, Dominic Solanke and Jude Bellingham remain injury concerns for England but there remains the possibility that some fringe players could make an impressionful debut; Manchester United’s Antonio Valencia could make his left-back debut while Arsenal’s Henrikh Mkhitaryan could come in to replace either Jack Grealish or James Maddison who are injured.
Liverpool defender Jamal Lewis will make his international debut. Having made appearances for Liverpool pre-season, Lewis, 21, will provide cover for Trent Alexander-Arnold and provide additional strength in defence.
England XI vs Bosnia & Herzegovina
Cole Palmer scored three times and Trent Alexander-Arnold scored an outstanding goal to help England defeat Bosnia and Herzegovina 3-0 at Newcastle’s St James’ Park during their Euro 2024 warm-up friendly, though their victory wasn’t convincing as Gareth Southgate’s side struggled initially before finally picking up momentum in the second half to seal victory by three goals to nothing.
Southgate used this game as an opportunity to assess his squad ahead of announcing a final Euro 2024 squad, and was hoping that players such as Jude Bellingham, Kyle Walker, Bukayo Saka, Declan Rice and Phil Foden can show their worth against an opponent not at full fitness – such as Manchester City duo John Stones and John Stones; Arsenal’s Kieran Gibbs; Newcastle Magpies frontman Anthony Gordon as well as Liverpool left-back Luke Shaw are all doubtful due to injury concerns.
Although England have suffered an early setback, it’s far too soon to count them out of this tournament and should make it through this group stage unscathed. They face tough opposition in Belgium and Italy but if they can avoid defeat at these venues then they should reach the quarter-finals and progress further into this competition.
England will face off with group favorites and reigning tournament champions the Netherlands for their final warm-up game at Wembley on Tuesday evening, livestreamed on Channel 4. You can also access their website or app free with just an email address to watch.
Kieran Trippier and Eberechi Eze will both start for England against the Dutch at Wembley Stadium on Tuesday, with former captain Eze likely leading an impressive starting XI. Their Crystal Palace clubmate Marc Guehi will join them as defenders to contain powerful Netherlands forwards with high-powered systems like theirs. Other than these three, England may retain much of their starting XI from when they faced Bosnia and Herzegovina earlier in September.
England XI vs Slovakia
Gareth Southgate won’t want his fringe players slacking through Friday’s match against Iceland at Wembley. England are likely to make changes from their squad that won 3-0 against Bosnia and Herzegovina; some current starters could even still battle for places in their final 26-man squad.
England have defeated their island opponents six out of the last seven meetings and can extend that streak in this final pre-Euros warm-up matchup. But England should be wary of visitors that could cause problems at home; such challenges provide good pre-Euros preparation opportunities.
Gareth Southgate’s side managed a 3-0 win against Bosnia and Herzegovina on Monday at St James’ Park in Newcastle despite an underwhelming display; yet they look uninspired as they prepare to face Serbia in Gelsenkirchen on 16 June as part of Euro 2024 Group C competition.
Pickford (GK); Walker, Stones, Guehi and Trippier form an initial starting XI; Rice, Saka, Bellingham Mainoo plus Foden Kane complete their current starting lineup.
Jude O’Donovan had come under pressure after two subpar performances against Denmark and Slovenia, but will remain alongside Manchester United teammate Kobbie Mainoo. Anthony Gordon will replace Conor Gallagher due to injury in midfield.
Iceland are expected to field a similar starting XI as they did against Bosnia and Herzegovina, with Jon Dagur Thorsteinsson and Genaro Traustason likely competing for winger roles and Eidur Gudmundsson, Albert Gudmundsson, Andri Gudjohnsson (son of former Chelsea striker Eidur Gudjohnsson) expected up front for Icelanders – although Eidur Gudmundsson may start up front instead due to injury concerns over his former Chelsea striker father Eidur Gudjohnsson). While Iceland are clear favourites, to move beyond the group stages they must become more clinical when attacking and score more often – something Icelanders have struggled with this summer despite possessing strong defense. Kickoff for Iceland begins at 7.45pm BST!
England XI vs Serbia
Gareth Southgate will look to rebound from England’s disappointing loss against Iceland as they face their Euro 2024 group stage opener, the Vikings. England were defeated 1-0 at Wembley when Iceland struck first; Jon Dagur Thorsteinsson scored from just 12 minutes, leaving no hope for victory. Southgate may opt to change things up this time around.
Trent Alexander-Arnold, Marc Guehi and Phil Foden should remain in the starting XI, while Bukayo Saka should help strengthen England’s midfield after making an impression off the bench on Monday. There may also be places available for young players like Jude Bellingham and Ben Chilwell – so stay tuned!
Kieran Trippier, John Stones and Kyle Walker will form the core of England’s defense, joined by tournament debutant Marc Guehi who has returned from illness following a minor bug. Luke Shaw may not be risked; therefore Kieran Trippier should keep his place at left-back.
Trent Alexander-Arnold will likely remain the favorite to partner Declan Rice in the centre of the park. He made an impactful first half against Iceland and will likely continue in this XI.
Harry Kane will lead England into this matchup against Serbia, hoping to break records while supporting by an impressive group of players such as Joe Gomez, Cole Palmer and Ben Chilwell – each capable of making an impactful performance against Serbia. Jude Bellingham and Phil Foden may see more playing time after appearing only briefly against Bosnia. Southgate may opt for an attacking XI containing Raheem Sterling and Marcus Rashford amongst others.
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