England take on Greece in an eagerly anticipated UEFA Nations League clash, marking the first time these two sides have met in 18 years. Both teams come into this match in good form, having won their opening two games of the competition. While England are heavy favourites, Greece current sits atop the group due to their superior goal difference. This will be another opportunity for interim manager Lee Carsley to make an impression as he aims for his third consecutive win at Wembley.
England's squad sees the return of key players, including Harry Kane, who overcame an injury scare, while Dominic Solanke receives a long-awaited call-up after seven years. Greece, meanwhile, are fielding a relatively strong side, with Dinos Mavropanos and Kostas Tsimikas expected to lead their defence. England will be looking to maintain their unbeaten record against Greece, with seven wins and two draws in their previous nine meetings.
England Predicted Lineup
England are expected to line up in a 4-3-3 formation under interim manager Lee Carsley. With Harry Kane cleared to play, he will likely lead the attack alongside Phil Foden and Bukayo Saka, both of whom have been in great form for their clubs.
Jude Bellingham is set to anchor the midfield, partnering with Declan Rice and James Maddison, who is expected to step into the starting lineup in the absence of other options like Kobbie Mainno.
At the back, Kyle Walker should retain his spot at right-back, while Ben Chilwell may start on the left. In the heart of the defence, John Stones and Marc Guehi are likely to continue their partnership. Jordan Pickford remains the likely candidate to start between the sticks.
England Predicted Lineup to face Greece
Formation: 4-3-3
Goalkeeper: Jordan Pickford
Defenders: Kyle Walker, John Stones, Marc Guehi, Ben Chilwell
Midfielders: Declan Rice, Jude Bellingham, James Maddison
Forwards: Bukayo Saka, Harry Kane (C), Phil Foden
Here is how the side last lined up
In their last match, England fielded Pickford in goal, with Walker, Stones, Guehi, and Chilwell forming the back four. The midfield trio consisted of Rice, Bellingham, and Maddison, while the front three featured Kane, Foden, and Saka.
Greece Predicted Lineup
Greece will likely stick to their preferred 4-2-3-1 setup, aiming to frustrate the England attack and hit on the counter.
Liverpool’s Kostas Tsimikas is expected to start at left-back, while West Ham’s Dinos Mavropanos will be key in central defence. The duo will be tasked with keeping Harry Kane quiet, a formidable challenge for any side.
In midfield, captain Anastasios Bakasetas is set to pull the strings, supported by Manolis Siopis. Giorgos Masouras and Dimitrios Pelkas could feature on the wings, looking to exploit any spaces left by England’s attacking full-backs.
Up front, Vangelis Pavlidis is the likely choice to lead the line, aiming to capitalise on any defensive lapses by the English defence.
Greece Predicted Lineup to face England
Formation: 4-2-3-1
Goalkeeper: Odysseas Vlachodimos
Defenders: Kostas Tsimikas, Dinos Mavropanos, Pantelis Hatzidiakos, George Baldock
Midfielders: Manolis Siopis, Anastasios Bakasetas (C)
Attacking Midfielders: Giorgos Masouras, Dimitrios Pelkas, Christos Tzolis
Forward: Vangelis Pavlidis
Here is how the side last lined up
Greece’s previous match saw Vlachodimos in goal, with Tsimikas, Mavropanos, Hatzidiakos, and Baldock forming the back line. In midfield, Bakasetas and Siopis controlled the tempo, while Masouras and Pelkas provided width in attack. Pavlidis led the line, supported by the creative threat of Bakasetas.
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