England face the Republic of Ireland in a crucial Nations League fixture at Wembley on Sunday. The match will be Lee Carsley’s final game in charge as interim boss before he hands over the reins to incoming manager Thomas Tuchel on January 1.
The Three Lions come into the game in top form having beaten Greece 3-0 on Thursday evening in a display that sent them to the top of Group B2.
They now know a win against the men in green will be enough to secure promotion back to the top tier of the Nations League and allow Tuchel to focus solely on the 2026 World Cup instead of facing a possible two-legged play-off for Uefa’s international competition.
Ireland, meanwhile, hope to build off the back of a 1-0 win over Finland and challenge their near neighbours in their own back yard.
Here’s everything you need to know about the game:
When is England vs Ireland?
The Nations League finale takes place on Sunday 17 November with kick-off set for 5pm GMT.
What is the latest team news?
Lee Carsley confirmed that Harry Kane will start against the Republic of Ireland having been a second-half substitute against Greece during the week. Ezri Konsa went off with a hip injury during that match so Jarell Quansah or Taylor Harwood-Bellis may be in line for a debut.
Expect Carsley to make changes to the line-up with Jarrod Bowen, Morgan Rogers and Morgan Gibbs-White among those who could be awarded a starting berth.
Ireland’s Jason Knight collected a second yellow card of the group against Finland on Thursday meaning his is suspended for this match and Festy Ebosele had a knock and is a doubt for the game.
Manager Heimir Hallgrimsson may decide to switch things up and could bring Jayson Molumby into midfield to partner Josh Cullen while Troy Parrott would offer fresh legs at the top of the pitch.
Predicted line-ups
England XI: Henderson; Lewis, Walker, Guehi, Hall; Gallagher, Jones; Bowen, Bellingham, Gordon; Kane
Ireland XI: Kelleher; Doherty, Collins, Scales, O’Dowda; Edosele, Cullen, McAteer, Johnston; Parrott, Ferguson
Where can I watch the match?
England vs Ireland will be screened live on ITV1 and STV. It can be streamed via ITVX on compatible devices, as well as the STV Player.
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Odds
England to win 1/7
Draw 4/1
Ireland to win 11/1
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Prediction
England looked very solid and aggressive against Greece with Jordan Pickford having a superb outing between the sticks. Lee Carsley’s young squad excelled at the top end of the pitch and will want to finish off this international break in style.
England 4-0 Republic of Ireland.
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