July 2nd 2024.
Rio Ferdinand has made his prediction for the England team that will face Switzerland in the Euro 2024 quarter-final. The former England and Manchester United legend believes that manager Gareth Southgate will stick with the same lineup that faced Slovakia in the last-16 stage.
The Three Lions had a nerve-wracking match against Slovakia, where they were on the brink of elimination. But an incredible comeback, fueled by Jude Bellingham's stunning injury-time goal and Harry Kane's extra-time header, saw them clinch the victory and secure a spot in the quarter-finals.
As the excitement builds for the upcoming match against Switzerland, England fans are already debating who should make the starting lineup. The Swiss team is not to be underestimated, having knocked out European Champions Italy and almost beating hosts Germany in the group stage.
However, Southgate will have to make at least one change due to Marc Guehi's suspension after receiving his second yellow card of the tournament against Slovakia. Ferdinand believes that Ezri Konsa will be the one to replace him in the lineup.
Ferdinand also shared his thoughts on the left-back position, where he believes that Kieran Trippier will be given the nod over Luke Shaw. However, he personally would prefer to see Shaw on the field, even if he is not at 100% fitness, as he believes he brings the much-needed balance to the team.
Despite Trippier's struggles at left-back, Ferdinand predicts that Southgate will stick with him, along with the rest of the lineup that faced Slovakia. He also expects to see some late substitutions that will ultimately lead to an England victory.
However, not everyone agrees with Ferdinand's prediction. Ex-England striker Alan Shearer believes that Southgate should make some changes to the team, including bringing in Cole Palmer, Anthony Gordon, and Kobbie Mainoo.
Shearer also suggests that Konsa should be given the opportunity to start in place of Guehi. It remains to be seen which lineup Southgate will choose, but one thing is for sure - England fans will be on the edge of their seats as they wait for the quarter-final showdown against Switzerland.
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