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In Switzerland they face a side that have thus far proved greater than the sum of their parts and showed just how impressive they can be when seeing off Italy with a minimum of fuss last time out. Murat Yakin’s side are expected to pose England no end of problems in this battle to reach the semi-finals. Kick-off at the Dusseldorf Arena is at 5pm (BST) but we’ll have team news and build-up in the meantime.
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Important Events
Latest team news: With Marc Guehi suspended, street It has been reported that England are planning to play with a back three at training camp, with Ezri Konsa likely to play in the heart of the defence alongside Kyle Walker and John Stones. The system suits Trent Alexander-Arnold best, but the Liverpool defender is not expected to start, with Kieran Trippier and Bukayo Saka expected to feature as wing-backs.
Luke Shaw is back in full training but is not expected to start having not played a game of football since suffering an injury against Luton Town whilst playing for Manchester United.
Switzerland coach Murat Yakin is expected to have a full squad to choose from, despite concerns that Granit Xhaka, the team’s star player at the tournament, may be ruled out with an adductor injury.
Sylvain Widmer is available again after missing the Italy game through suspension and Yakin will have to decide whether to recall him to the lineup or use Dan N’Doye, who thrived in Widmer’s absence at Mainz right-back. If both start, Fabian Rieder is likely to be a substitute.
preamble
They will try again. Despite four disappointing games in a row at the tournament, England are still in Euro 2024 and will be hoping that today their players can finally find the groove and perform to live up to their status as at least a quarter-finalist, or perhaps even the second-favourite before the tournament.
In Switzerland they face a team that has so far proven to be more than the sum of their parts and showed just how impressive they are in their last game when they brushed aside Italy with minimal trouble. Murat Yakin’s men are expected to give England endless trouble in the battle for a place in the semi-finals. Kick-off at the Düsseldorf Arena is at 5pm BST, but in the meantime we bring you the team news and preparations.
