England Face Slovenia in Cologne for Euro 2024
Guaranteed Last 16 Spot
England will face Slovenia in Cologne on Tuesday, knowing that their place in the last 16 of Euro 2024 is already guaranteed. The Three Lions have secured their spot in the knockout stages after winning their first two games of the tournament, against Croatia and the Czech Republic.
Promising Play and Scratchy Touches
England's performance against the Czech Republic was far from flawless, with some promising play in the final third let down by a few scratchy touches. However, Gareth Southgate's side still managed to create a number of chances and could have won the game by a more comfortable margin.
Trent Alexander-Arnold's deployment as a central midfielder has come in for criticism, but the Liverpool full-back put in a solid performance against the Czech Republic. He provided some good attacking threat and was solid defensively.
Slovenia Team News and Starting 11
Slovenia, meanwhile, will be looking to bounce back from their disappointing 1-1 draw with Serbia in their last game. Matjaz Kek has named the same team that started that match, which means that Josip Ilicic and Jasmin Kurtic will continue to lead the line.
Conclusion
England will be heavy favorites to beat Slovenia and will be looking to put in a more convincing performance than they did against the Czech Republic. A win would see them finish top of their group and give them a potentially easier draw in the last 16.
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