England’s next game in Euro 2024 is just around the corner. On Wednesday evening, the Three Lions will take on The Netherlands in the semi finals of the competition.
In this piece, we’ll take a look at how Gareth Southgate’s men may line up. We’re predicting much of the same - Southgate tends to be stubborn in his team selections, so don’t expect many surprises.
While the switch to three at the back worked (to a certain extent) against Switzerland, it was a change necessitated by circumstance. With Marc Guehi back in the squad to play against the Dutch, it’s likely that Southgate will revert back to his 4-3-3 setup.
5. LB: Luke Shaw
With Shaw now back to full fitness, as England's only left-back in the squad, he should occupy that role. | Getty Images Photo: Getty Images
6. DM: Declan Rice
Rice has been one of England's more consistent performers at the Euros - he is practically irreplaceable. Photo: Stu Forster
7. CM: Kobbie Mainoo
Mainoo isn't the ideal player to accompany Jude Bellingham, but he has had better synergy with him than anyone else in the squad. | Getty Images Photo: Getty Images
8. CM: Jude Bellingham
Bet the house on Bellingham starting. Arguably the best player in the world and with an intangible 'big game' quality, Southgate won't drop his star man. Photo: Martin Rickett