England Vs Slovakia Team News- Kieran Trippier Injury Scare, Latest On ‘Injured’ Luke Shaw & Will Phil Foden Play?

England has a lot to prove going into the UEFA Euro 2024. The team arrived at the tournament as favorites but has been unable to convince the fans with their game despite not losing a single game in the group stage. Coach Gareth Southgate has borne the brunt of, both, the supporters and experts for his team selection with the attacking prowess of the team under question.

However, as they face a determined Slovakia, how is the English manager expected to use his squad? With an update regarding a few crucial players, the team is definitely expected to see some changes.

Player updates for England vs Slovakia

Team selection has been a big dilemma for Southgate this time around, the last time finalists have some of the best players in Europe with Harry Kane and Jude Bellingham. However, they are also expected to count on the Premier League’s best player last season Phil Foden.

The Manchester City star did not feature in the team against Slovenia as he headed back home due to the birth of his newborn child recently. Nevertheless, reports suggest he’s back with the squad and is ready for selection and could start in tomorrow’s game. However, slightly under par, Southgate can try an alternative.

Meanwhile, the team faced a scare with one of their key defenders Kieran Trippier was reported to be suffering from a calf injury. Trippier trained separately from the English main camp on Friday and was a doubt for the round of 16 games. But reports suggest that he has recovered and will start most probably for the Three Lions. However, Southgate has an alternate in the form of Ezri Konsa who will take the place if the Newcastle United defender doesn’t claim reports.

Additional firepower in defense for England?

Moreover, in better news for the unit, defender Luke Shaw has also deemed himself ready to take the field. However, the left-back is not expected to start as he hasn’t played a game since February. Suffering a hamstring injury against Aston Villa, the player could need some time coming off the bench. However, the defender could be useful if England progress ahead.

Nevertheless, all eyes will be on Southgate, who has been backed by a few former players after harsh treatment from the fans. The bench is filled with talented players like Kobbie Mainoo and Cole Palmer who could appear amid the criticism from the English supporters. Overall, it appears that England has all the boxes ticked in terms of their strength, but who would make it into the final eleven has to be seen.