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England Faces Defensive Concerns Ahead of Euro 2024 Opener Against Serbia

Posted : 15 June 2024

England enters Euro 2024 as the bookmakers' favorites to end their trophy drought since 1966, despite concerns lingering over their form. Gareth Southgate's team has won just one of their last five matches, including a surprising 1-0 loss to Iceland in their final warm-up game. However, they are still expected to advance from a group that includes Denmark and Slovenia, with a convincing performance needed against Serbia to ease nerves at the start of the tournament.

 

The defensive line poses the biggest question mark for England, with injuries affecting key players like Harry Maguire and Luke Shaw. John Stones remains crucial in defense, but his fitness has been inconsistent. Kieran Trippier and Marc Guehi are expected to step up, but Serbia's potent strike pairing of Aleksandar Mitrovic and Dusan Vlahovic poses a significant threat.

 

Despite defensive concerns, England boasts a formidable attacking lineup, including Phil Foden, Jude Bellingham, Bukayo Saka, and Harry Kane. However, Southgate is still searching for the right balance to replicate their club form on the international stage. With Southgate's contract set to expire soon, there's pressure to deliver, especially after recent disappointments in major tournaments.

 

Serbia's Mitrovic, buoyed by his successful stint in the Saudi Pro League, aims to exploit England's defensive vulnerabilities. He believes his form and partnership with Vlahovic could pose a challenge for England. While Mitrovic acknowledges England's strength, he sees this as an opportunity for Serbia to make an impact. With Serbia's history of tournament setbacks, Mitrovic is eager to seize this chance to shine on the international stage.

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