It is the aggressive overall adjustment for England before Thomas Tuchel takes over in January 2025, as they match the level of crowds for the UEFA International League being played in Ireland. Despite Tuchel signing an 18-month guarantee as a future Three Lions maestro in October, he opted to wait until 2025 to join and allow coach Lee Carsley to govern England for one last global opportunity.
The Three Lions have returned to the top of Team 2 thanks to Ireland defeating Greece in their final showdown, but with England better known in their additional role, the overall matchday will have some fireworks if things go wrong at home.
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- Chance: Sunday, November 17 | Date: 12 pm Eastern Time
- Location: Wembley Stadium — London
- Resident flow: Fubo (Fight for detachment)
- Odd: England -475; Draw +500; Ireland +1400
Arguments
England: The biggest question is whether Harry Kane will return to the opening XI. Ollie Watkins started and scored against Greece, but after criticizing England’s withdrawals, it would be unusual for Kane not to feature for the three Lions. They will have to win over the crowd even though they have already advanced to the last level of the International League to get a more favorable draw.
England predicted the XI: Jordan Pickford, Rico Lewis, Marc Guehi, Taylor Hardwood-Bellis, Lewis Corridor, Conor Gallagher, Curtis Jones, Jarrod Bowen, Jude Bellingham, Morgan Rodgers, Harry Kane
Eire: Dealing with England is always an interesting proposition due to the players both countries can make up, but after defeating team leaders Greece, Ireland can be confident they can take down the Three Lions. England have struggled throughout the internationals, but defensive strength can be key to securing a result.
Ireland predicted XI: Caoimhin Kelleher, Callum O’Dowda, Liam Scales, Nathan Collins, Matt Doherty, Michael Johnston, Jayson Molumby, Josh Cullen, Kasey McAteer, Evan Ferguson, Troy Parrott
Prediction
It will be another processional victory for the Three Lions, but it will be enough to rule the crowd as Carsley’s speed hits a strong note before Tuchel takes charge. Choose: England 2, Ireland 0
