September 6th 2024.
Harry Maguire, the defender for the English national team, unfortunately missed the Euro 2024 due to injury. But now, he is set to make a surprising start in Lee Carsley's first game as the manager of England. This upcoming match will see the Three Lions facing off against the Republic of Ireland in the Nations League on Saturday evening. It will be their first game since the devastating loss in the Euro 2024 final and the subsequent resignation of their former manager, Gareth Southgate.
Carsley, who previously managed the England U21s, has been appointed as the interim manager for the Autumn fixtures. If things go well, it is expected that he will be given the job on a permanent basis. He has already shown his different tactical approach by making some changes to the team, including the call-up of four uncapped players in his first squad.
According to reports, his starting XI for the game against Ireland will feature at least five changes from the team that lost to Spain in the Euro 2024 final. Some of these changes were forced due to injuries, with players like Jude Bellingham, Phil Foden, and Luke Shaw unable to play. Additionally, Kyle Walker was also not included in the squad. Instead, Carsley has decided to start with Jack Grealish, Levi Colwill, and Trent Alexander-Arnold, who were all left out of the Euros squad.
Colwill, who is the only left-footed defender in the squad, will be filling in at left-back. Meanwhile, Marc Guehi, who impressed with his performances in Germany, will retain his place in the heart of the defence. However, the surprise inclusion in the team is none other than Harry Maguire, who is back in the Three Lions team after missing the Euros due to his injury.
Maguire, who was a key player for England under Southgate, faced criticism from fans and pundits for his poor performances with Manchester United. Many believed that Guehi and John Stones were ahead of him in the pecking order. However, Carsley has chosen to give Maguire a chance, despite his lack of form at the start of this season. As a player with plenty of experience, his presence in the team will undoubtedly provide guidance and support to the younger players making their international debut.
In addition to Maguire, captain Harry Kane is also expected to start in the game and earn his 99th Three Lions cap. It will be a crucial match for the team and an opportunity for Carsley to prove himself as a manager. The fans will be eagerly watching to see how the team performs under his leadership and if he will be able to secure the permanent managerial position.
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