June 26th 2024.
In an exciting update, Luke Shaw has announced that he is ready to take the field for England in their upcoming Euro 2024 match against Slovakia. The left-back's return to the pitch comes as a major boost for the team, who have been dealing with a string of injuries and setbacks.
Shaw's last game was back in February, when he suffered a hamstring injury that disrupted his 2023-24 season with Manchester United. Despite these challenges, he has been included in Gareth Southgate's final squad for the Euros, a testament to his skills and previous performances for England.
The 28-year-old has been diligently working on an individual training programme in Germany to regain his fitness. This week, he rejoined the first-team in training and was even named on the substitutes bench for the final group game against Slovenia. This progress has given him the confidence to declare himself ready to play in the next match.
Kieran Trippier has been filling in on the left side, but he has also been dealing with a calf issue. With Shaw's return, Southgate now has the option to bring him back into the starting lineup. When asked about his readiness, Shaw confidently responded, "Next game."
Shaw has been a trusted player for Southgate in the past, and his experience on the international stage will be a valuable asset for England. In fact, he even scored in the last Euros final against Italy at Wembley. However, his playing time with Manchester United has been limited, with just 15 starts last season.
Meanwhile, Southgate is facing other selection dilemmas as calls grow for Kobbie Mainoo, Cole Palmer, and Anthony Gordon to be given starting roles. In the last match against Slovenia, Mainoo came on at half-time, while Palmer was brought in at the 70-minute mark. Both players made a strong impression, adding much-needed creativity to England's gameplay. Gordon also made an impact despite only coming on in the 89th minute.
In the previous three group games against Serbia, Denmark, and Slovenia, Southgate has made just one change to his starting lineup, with Trent Alexander-Arnold making way for Conor Gallagher in the last match. Meanwhile, Phil Foden has temporarily left the team to attend to a family matter, which is believed to be the birth of his third child back in England.
As the team prepares for their upcoming match, all eyes will be on Shaw and the other potential starters to see if they can continue to impress and help England advance in the tournament. Fans can sign up for updates and analysis on Manchester United news to stay informed about the team's progress.
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