Jude Bellingham captain, Bukayo Saka and Phil Foden starring and Pep Guardiola as ‘dream’ boss – how England could line up at Euro 2028
England now have a home major international tournament to look forward to with the UK and Ireland set to be confirmed as hosts of Euro 2028.
A five-way joint bid from the countries in the United Kingdom and Ireland is now the only bid for the competition after Turkey withdrew.
UEFA will ratify the decision next Tuesday at a ceremony in Switzerland and preparations will then get underway.
It’s an exciting time for all England fans and as a look ahead to hosting the tournament, talkSPORT.com predicts how the Three Lions could line up…
In goal, Jordan Pickford’s time as England No.1 will likely have come to an end as he will be 34 years old, paving the way for Aaron Ramsdale.
Ramsdale has lost his starting spot at Arsenal for now but will bounce back and is likely to remain in his country’s long-term plans.
He will have competition from Burnley goalkeeper James Trafford who starred for the Under-21s during their recent Euros success.
As for the defence, Chelsea skipper Reece James may start ahead of Trent Alexander-Arnold at right-back if he improves his injury record.
On the left, Lewis Hall is likely to progress well at Newcastle and book his place on the plane.
He is expected to have some competition for his spot though, with Tino Livramento and Ben Chilwell challenging.
Ben White and Rico Lewis are among many alternative options.
At centre-back, Harry Maguire and John Stones will be approaching the end of their playing days, opening the door for Fikayo Tomori and Levi Colwill.
Both players are featuring in the Three Lions squad already and will likely be at the peak of their careers come 2028.
Marc Guehi will compete for a start while Taylor Harwood-Bellis and Callum Doyle are Man City youngsters who may have broken
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