Gareth Southgate made one change at right back, introducing Lewis Dunk for Ezri Konsa at right back and Bukayo Saka from Manchester United is not available this time around.
England have much to prove tonight against Brazil. Their pace will be crucial against their physical defense; early on, Jude Bellingham has already been targeted by their defense for fouls and was quickly sent off the pitch as punishment. The England National Football Team vs Brazil National Football Team lineups will be pivotal, as both sides showcase their top players in what promises to be an intense matchup.
England XI
Gareth Southgate faces several decisions this weekend when selecting his defensive lineup, although any changes must not come without risks and it would likely make more sense to keep faith with John Stones and Harry Maguire due to their successful partnership over recent years. It would be unwise for Southgate to disrupt this, however.
Marc Guehi can easily step in for Kieran Trippier in terms of height against Serbia’s aerial threat, while finding someone suitable to partner Luke Shaw may prove more challenging; Joe Gomez might be best as an emergency replacement in that instance – otherwise Ezri Konsa might prove riskier as centre-back due to his slower speed against Brazil’s counterattacks.
Kieran Trippier will operate as England’s left-back in this formation, providing an attacking outlet down the flank while adding some balance when Levi Colwill plays centrally alongside Declan Rice. Jude Bellingham should start on the right of midfield where he could connect with Phil Foden in attack if allowed more freedom to roam forward.
The front three is an ideal blend of youth and experience. James Maddison is in impressive form and has the power to terrorise defences when given possession. Raheem Sterling and Marcus Rashford are two quick players who can stretch opposition defences.
The England XI should aim to utilize their speed and directness in order to breach Brazil’s defense, with goalkeeper Jordan Pickford playing an integral part in keeping out any balls which might get through to him.
Nathan Neil’s England XI for their match against Australia: Pickford; Walker; Stones, Maguire and Konsa; Shaw and Alexander-Arnold; Rice Bellingham Foden Saka Rashford Kane
Gareth Southgate has chosen to stick with the same squad that drew 1-1 with North Macedonia last month in a friendly which effectively counted as a dead rubber. Jack Grealish is injured, Lewis Dunk and Jarrad Branthwaite will miss out, leaving Anthony Gordon, Ezri Konsa and Kobbie Mainoo starting instead; Lewis Dunk can provide height at defence while Cole Palmer or Jarrod Bowen could come on for Gordon or Gallagher as needed.
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