With Euro 2028 on the horizon, BBC Sport experts are already looking ahead to potential lineups for the England national team, despite the tournament being hosted by England, Scotland, Wales, and the Republic of Ireland. All co-hosting nations must qualify for the event, with England set to play their Nations League opener against Spain.
One expert predicts Jordan Pickford will remain the starting goalkeeper at age 34, with James Trafford as a potential challenger. The right-back position is debated, with Trent Alexander-Arnold and Tino Livramento mentioned. In central defense, Jarrad Branthwaite and Marc Guehi are suggested as a potential partnership, while Nico O'Reilly could feature at left-back.
In midfield, Adam Wharton is favored over Elliot Anderson for a spot alongside Declan Rice. The article notes that while Cole Palmer, Morgan Rogers, and Morgan Gibbs-White are contenders, Jude Bellingham's World Cup performance has solidified his place in the team.
The forward line discussion includes Harry Kane, who would be nearing 35 by the tournament, as a likely starter. Bukayo Saka is also considered a certain pick, with Liverpool's Rio Ngumoha predicted to develop into a regular England player by 2028 and earn a spot on the left wing.