⁠Ireland vs England Predicted lineup, betting tips, odds, injury news, H2H, telecast | UEFA Nations League 2024-25

Both these teams are embarking on a new era.

Ireland are going through a transition after a change in the dugout with Heimir Hallgrimsson taking the reins from Stephen Kenny. Kenny struggled to help the team qualify for major tournaments. 

The new coach has built his reputation after doing a fine job with Iceland. With them, he produced a memorable run to the quarter-finals of Euro 2016. Hallgrimsson has already shown promise by focusing more on youths. So far he has assembled an impressive team that boasts young talents from top clubs who are playing at a high level. 

Meanwhile, England mark a new era under Lee Carsley who has taken the reins from Gareth Southgate. Southgate stepped out of his role following the Three Lions’s loss against Spain in the Euro 2024 final.

The new manager, Lee Carsley has already built a reputation after winning the U21 European Championship last year. His squad selection further signifies he has tried to focus more on the established young talents. No wonder, he is already drawing comparisons with Southgate for their similar philosophy. 

Kick-Off:

Saturday, 7 September 2024 at 5:00 PM UK, 9:30 PM IST

Location: Aviva Stadium

Form:

⁠Ireland (in all competitions): D-D-L-W-L

England (in all competitions): D-W-D-W-L

Players to Watch

Seamus Coleman (⁠Ireland)

The Everton Legend has picked up a reputation of being one of the most trusted players in both the club and national setup after smashing nearly 500 appearances overall. The right-back has appeared 72 times for the national team after breaking into the side in 2011. Seamus Coleman is one of the most experienced players on the team who no doubt demands the best from everyone around him, leading by example. 

Harry Kane (England)

Harry Kane is deservedly considered among the best strikers in the world. The numbers he has been producing in recent times further justify the fact. Last season, Kane scored 44 goals in 45 matches while also laying on another 12 assists.

He finished the season as the Golden Boot winner in the league as well as in the Euro 2024. With England going through a new phase, Kane remains the key man for them to produce the goals. 

Match Facts

• Ireland have won just one of their last five matches
• England have failed to keep a clean sheet in their last four matches
• England are unbeaten in the last three matches against Ireland

⁠Ireland vs England: Betting tips and odds

• Tip 1: Harry Kane to score a goal anytime 
• Tip 2: England to win this game
• Tip 3: Both the teams to score in this game

Injury & Team News

Ireland have two injury concerns in their squad as Gavin Bazunu and Josh Cullen remain sidelined for this match. However, the good news is Evan Ferguson is back in the squad. He will be eager to make his mark after returning from injury. 

Meanwhile, England will be without the trio of Phil Foden, Cole Palmer and Ollie Watkins after being pulled out of the squad due to injuries. Lee Carsley has called several under-21 players who are set to play a part in these September fixtures.

Head to Head

Total Matches – 17

⁠Ireland – 2

England – 6

Draws – 9

Predicted Lineup

⁠Ireland predicted lineup (4-4-2):

Kelleher (GK); Coleman, O’Brien, Collins, Scales; Ogbene, Cannon, Smallbone, Brady; Ferguson, Szmodics

England predicted lineup (4-2-3-1):

Pickford (GK); Alexander-Arnold, Guehi, Stones, Livramento; Rice, Gomes; Saka, Eze, Gordon; Kane

Match Prediction for ⁠Ireland vs England

Both these teams are in the transition phase after appointing new managers to guide the team. However, the Three Lions remain the favourites to secure the three points here because they boast a far better squad depth than Ireland. 

Prediction: ⁠Ireland 1-3 England

Telecast for ⁠Ireland vs England

India – Sony Sports Network, SonyLIV

UK – ITVX, Premier Sports

US –  FOX Sports App, Fox Sports 2

Nigeria – SuperSport, DStv Now

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