Gareth Southgate has officially announced the final 26-man England squad set to compete in EURO 2024 in Germany, sparking excitement and anticipation among fans. The Three Lions are heading to the tournament with a blend of experienced veterans and exciting young talents, all vying for European glory. This is the definitive England Squad For Euro 2024 that will represent the nation this summer.
The squad announcement follows a period of intense speculation and a 33-man training camp in May, culminating in warm-up matches, including a recent game against Iceland at Wembley. Southgate has now finalized his selection, aiming to build upon England’s strong performances in recent international tournaments and bring home the coveted EURO trophy. England’s journey in EURO 2024 begins with their opening match against Serbia in Gelsenkirchen on Sunday, 16th June. Following this, they will face Denmark in Frankfurt on Thursday, 20th June, and conclude their group stage against Slovenia in Cologne on Tuesday, 25th June.
The official England squad for EURO 2024 is as follows:
Goalkeepers: Jordan Pickford (Everton), Aaron Ramsdale (Arsenal), Dean Henderson (Crystal Palace). Pickford is expected to retain his position as the first-choice goalkeeper, bringing his international experience to the team.
Defenders: Kyle Walker (Manchester City), John Stones (Manchester City), Luke Shaw (Manchester United), Kieran Trippier (Newcastle United), Lewis Dunk (Brighton & Hove Albion), Joe Gomez (Liverpool), Marc Guehi (Crystal Palace), Ezri Konsa (Aston Villa). The defense features a solid mix of pace, experience, and ball-playing ability. Walker and Stones are likely to be key figures, while Shaw’s fitness will be crucial for the left-back position.
Midfielders: Declan Rice (Arsenal), Jude Bellingham (Real Madrid), Trent Alexander-Arnold (Liverpool), Conor Gallagher (Chelsea), Kobbie Mainoo (Manchester United), Adam Wharton (Crystal Palace). The midfield is arguably England’s strongest area, boasting world-class talent like Bellingham and Rice. Alexander-Arnold’s inclusion as a midfielder offers a creative option.
Forwards: Harry Kane (Bayern Munich), Bukayo Saka (Arsenal), Phil Foden (Manchester City), Cole Palmer (Chelsea), Ollie Watkins (Aston Villa), Ivan Toney (Brentford), Jarrod Bowen (West Ham United), Eberechi Eze (Crystal Palace), Anthony Gordon (Newcastle United). Captain Harry Kane leads a formidable attack, supported by the likes of Saka, Foden, and the exciting Palmer. The forward line is packed with goals and creativity.
This England Euro 2024 squad announcement has set the stage for what promises to be an enthralling tournament. Fans are eager to see how this talented group of players will perform on the European stage and whether they can finally bring silverware back to England. With a strong squad and a clear ambition, England’s EURO 2024 campaign is one to watch.
