Who would make your England team if you were the manager? Choose yours here…
Gareth Southgate will announce his first England squad since his team were knocked out of the World Cup on Thursday, but he has a number of issues to tackle with several key players struggling to get fit and fit, embroiled in controversy or even fighting. for regular playing time.
The Three Lions will face Italy on March 23 before hosting Ukraine four days later as they kick off their Euro 2024 qualifying campaign in Group C.
Ivan Toney and Ollie Watkins are pushing for places at the top, but Toney has admitted to many of the 262 charges brought against him by the FA for alleged breaches of football’s strict Laws of the Game – charges that could mean a potential six-month ban from football. .
Brighton winger solly march He is among the fittest players in the division since Roberto De Zerbi replaced Graham Potter at the helm and is pushing for a spot as he scored the winner against Crystal Palace on Wednesday, his tenth goal in the league. Premier League this term.
in midfield, James Ward Prowse he has been in prolific form for Southampton, as has the Leicester playmaker james madison – while young rich lewis and harvey eliott they have had considerable playing time at Manchester City and Liverpool respectively.
Southgate must also decide whether to select kyle walker while the Manchester City winger is the subject of a police investigation over allegations that he exposed himself in a Wilmslow bar.
Meanwhile, ben white He has been in impressive form at table-topping Arsenal and Mikel Arteta has declared his defender available for selection after White left the England pitch in Qatar midway through the World Cup, with little explanation. public.
Finally, will Southgate stay with the usual center back? harry maguire – Who has started a single game for Manchester United in the Premier League since January 3?
So, with all that in mind, who does your team make to face Italy and Ukraine?
You can make your 23 picks below, and come back on Thursday to see how close yours is to Southgate’s when their press conference is broadcast live on Sky Sports News At 2 pm.
