England come into the match against Senegal with a few questions about the starting lineup, with top-quality players banging on the door to fight for a start. See Last Word on Football’s England predicted lineup for the World Cup match against Senegal, and find out some of the decisions Gareth Southgate has to make.
England Predicted Lineup vs Senegal
How England Have Lined-up Recently
England have lined up in a 4-3-3 or 4-2-3-1 structure throughout this World Cup. Jordan Pickford starts in goal, with Harry Maguire and John Stones covering him from central defence. Kyle Walker plays at wing back on the right with Luke Shaw starting on the right.
The Three Lions have a midfield bank of three, with Declan Rice playing a holding role and Jude Bellingham offering creativity. Mason Mount tends to start as the more advanced of the three midfielders. The front line consists of Harry Kane alongside two wide forwards, with plenty of options for these wide positions.
England Recent Form and Tactics
England have been on good form in this World Cup. A 6-2 win over Iran started the competition, with a controlled draw against the USA effectively qualifying the Three Lions for this stage of the competition. A resounding win over Wales closed out the group stage for the English.
Gareth Southgate uses somewhat flexible tactics throughout a World Cup. Against more aggressive teams you can expect to see a 3-4-3, but against the slower and more passive teams that they’ve faced so far in the tournament, the aggressive 4-2-3-1 comes out. We could expect to see the likes of Phil Foden or Jack Grealish in this match, as technical players that can break down a deep-lying defence will thrive in this environment.
England Injuries to Consider
England don’t have any serious injuries to players that would be considered first team options. However, Benjamin White has returned to the UK to deal with some personal issues, eliminating him from World Cup contention.
England Predicted Lineup
- Jordan Pickford
- Kyle Walker
- Harry Maguire
- John Stones
- Luke Shaw
- Declan Rice
- Jude Bellingham
- Mason Mount
- Phil Foden
- Harry Kane
- Marcus Rashford
Current Odds: England vs Senegal
England are firm favourites at 1/2, with a Senegal win coming in at 6/1.
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