England ‘leaked’ line-up v Senegal: Ex-Sunderland player included as former Black Cat misses out - photo gallery
Following a commanding win over Wales, Gareth Southgate’s side face Senegal in the Round of 16.
The Three Lions face Senegal in the Al Bayt Stadium in Qatar at 7pm on Sunday - aiming to book their spot in the World Cup Quarter-Finals. England’s wins over Iran and Wales sandwiched a goalless draw with USA as they topped Group B with seven points.
Despite worries over their performance against USA, Germany and Belgium’s failure to progress from the group stage acted as a reminder that tournament football isn’t won in the group stages.
However, as the tournament progresses into the knockout rounds, it is now a win or bust situation for Southgate’s side - but what starting XI will the England manager name for the clash with Senegal? And will any ex-Sunderland players will feature?
Here is a ‘leaked’ England line-up based on various reports surrounding Southgate’s selection for the clash with Senegal:
However, as the tournament progresses into the knockout rounds, it is now a win or bust situation for Southgate’s side - but what starting XI will the England manager name for the clash with Senegal? And will any ex-Sunderland players will feature?
5. Luke Shaw
Despite Southgate opting to rotate Kieran Trippier on the opposite flank, Shaw kept his place for the clash with Wales, playing 65 minutes before being substituted for Trippier. Photo: NICOLAS TUCAT
6. Jude Bellingham
Bellingham has been England’s standout player of the tournament so far and is likely one of the first names on Southgate’s team sheet at the moment. Photo: PAUL ELLIS
7. Declan Rice
Rice has become another player Southgate can rely on game after game to put in solid performances. Photo: KIRILL KUDRYAVTSEV
8. Mason Mount
Mount has come in for a fair bit of criticism from supporters, however, it is obvious he is fulfilling the role asked of him by his manager and is someone with the talent to unlock a game if given the chance. Photo: Stu Forster