in the wake of
European cup (e.g. soccer)
As the semifinals approach, soccer fans have their eyes on the
England
On the matchup with the Netherlands. The two teams will face off on a green pitch in the early hours of tomorrow morning Beijing time. The Sun has predicted England's starting line-up for the game, with manager Gareth Southgate expected to continue with a 3-4-2-1 formation in a bid to gain an advantage in the semi-finals.
According to The Sun's analysis, despite left-back Luke Shaw making a comeback in the last game, Southgate is wary of his fitness status and is unsure if he will be able to play a full game. As a result, Southgate prefers to trust the experienced Kieran Trippier, believing that he will be able to provide a more solid defense against Holland's powerful right-sided attack. Therefore, Trippier is expected to continue to start at left-back.
In terms of the overall line-up, Southgate is only going to make one change - the reinstatement of Tyrone Mings, who returns from suspension, and he will be given a start again, while Ezri Konsa will be relegated to the bench.
The Sun's predicted England starting line-up against the Netherlands is as follows:
Formation: 3-4-2-1
Goalkeeper: Jordan Pickford
Defensemen: Tyrone Mings, John Stones, Kyle Walker
Midfielders: Kieran Trippier, Declan Rice, Scott Maynu, Bukayo Sacca
Frontcourt: Jude Bellingham, Phil Foden, Harry Kane
This semi-final will undoubtedly be a battle of tactics and skill, and England will be up for the challenge with a fine-tuned squad under Southgate. Fans are expecting England to play well at crucial moments and make a push for the final.
