England National Football Team vs Belgium National Football Team lineups

Gareth Southgate faces a difficult challenge tonight when England travels to Wembley against Belgium without injured players such as Harry Kane, Bukayo Saka, and Kyle Walker due to hamstring problems.

Liverpool has some good news, as Cole Palmer has recovered from a knock. Meanwhile, Jeremy Doku and Amadou Onana may get started as well.

England XI

Gareth Southgate retains the same starting XI from their match against the Dutch in Dortmund, keeping Kieran Trippier on the left of a three-person defense and replacing Ezri Konsa with Marc Guehi from Crystal Palace – who sits out of this match against Aston Villa defender Konsa.

Southgate’s decision to retain Luke Shaw as full-back shows his belief in him as an integral component of an effective back three. Shaw’s ability to recover quickly from set-piece deliveries and his set-piece deliveries make him an invaluable asset for Southgate.

The debate surrounding England’s starting full-back is likely to rage. Trent Alexander-Arnold may offer slightly improved defensive numbers than Trippier; however, his limited attacking output becomes an issue when England is in possession. Meanwhile, Reece James from Liverpool offers versatility and pinpoint set-piece delivery, thus making his selection ahead of Kyle Walker from Spurs no surprise.

Belgium XI

One of the great stories of modern football is Belgium’s incredible rise from Western Europe into global prominence despite their much smaller land mass and population than France or Germany, emerging as one of the top teams on earth and eventually finishing second in their group at the 2018 World Cup.

Domenico Tedesco has selected an impressive squad for Euro 2024, but Thibaut Courtois of Real Madrid will miss due to knee injuries. Kevin De Bruyne and Romelu Lukaku of Manchester City hope to prove their golden generation worthy by winning one major trophy together in 2024.

Belgium have two fresh injury concerns ahead of their opening match against Slovakia on June 17. Tielemans, Amadou Onana, and Lois Openda from RB Leipzig will join Tielemans and Lukaku up front, with Kevin De Bruyne and Yannick Carrasco providing support.

England Starting XI

England will look to put behind them Saturday’s home defeat by Brazil, while Belgium may take heart from several vital players making returns following injury or suspension. Both nations want to show their potential in time for the Euro 2024 qualifiers, which will start later this year.

The Three Lions face an unprecedented injury crisis, including Harry Maguire and Kyle Walker being sidelined. John Stones will start, but who will partner him in center defense? Kalvin Phillips or Jude Bellingham appear likely candidates, given their recent form.

Kobbie Mainoo could make his full England debut and will hope to impress during his extended game time before June. Jarrod Bowen should feature as part of the England attack; Phil Foden and Jarrod should look to create early chances, along with Jarrod himself. Finally, Jeremy Doku has the chance to show what talent he possesses by joining in – an opportunity not to be missed!

Belgium Starting XI

Roberto Martinez promised his squad would finally reach its potential and achieve greatness upon taking over from Marc Wilmots as Belgium’s manager in 2022. Unfortunately for Roberto and the players at Everton FC who work under him, results have been inconsistent and disappointing.

Domenico Tedesco’s current crop of Belgian players stands a better chance at ending that drought than their predecessors, but the difference in quality between this group and France remains stark.

Kevin De Bruyne from Manchester City and Atalanta’s Charles De Ketelaere are two players who can unlock defenses, while Arsenal’s Leandro Trossard can fill multiple roles across the frontline. Meanwhile, Arthur Theate from RB Leipzig is now fit enough to partner Milan Skriniar in central defense.