Recap and reaction: Gareth Southgate announces England squad for Euro 2024 qualifiers

Recap and reaction as Gareth Southgate announces latest England squad for Euro 2024 qualifiers

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Gareth Southgate will have some tricky decisions to make. Photo: D Primrose / Alamy Stock Photo

England manager Gareth Southgate has named his 25-man England squad for the upcoming Euro 2024 qualifier games against Malta and North Macedonia.

From Southgate’s insightful thoughts, to the wild rollercoaster of emotions shared by fans far and wide, you’ll find all the news and reaction surrounding the latest Three Lions squad announcement here.

So, whether you’re a die-hard England supporter, an avid football enthusiast, or simply a curious observer, StoryHub is the place for all the latest news on Eberechi Eze, Lewis Dunk, Raheem Sterling and plenty more.

If you want to check out or social media coverage, head over to our Twitter page @StoryHubOnline where you can find all our updates throughout the day.

Feel free to keep on letting us know exactly what you think about the latest squad, who you believe should be starting, or any other burning football topic on your mind!

Over the next week, you can find all the latest England news here on StoryHub as Southgate’s side prepare for two more crucial qualifiers.

16.00 – Thank you for joining us! 🙌

Thank you for joining us on our journey covering England’s latest squad announcement.

If you’ve just joined us and you’re looking for fan reaction, manager interviews, and statistical insight, you can find everything you’re after throughout the day.

15.50 – ICYMI: Eze chooses England! 🏴󠁧󠁢󠁥󠁮󠁧󠁿

Eze will become the 10th player of Nigerian descent to play for England if he features against Malta or North Macedonia

If you’re looking to find out more about The Three Lions’ latest addition, HERE is everything you need to know.

15.25 – Reaction from the fans 📲👀

A closer look at some of the immediate reaction to Southgate’s Euro 2024 qualifier squad… 🔍

Ben White misses out as Arsenal’s title challenge falls apart at the last. 👇

In contrast, some fans believe White’s omission was the correct decision for England.

15.15 – Toney’s England future NOT in doubt 😯

Southgate confirms that Brentford striker Toney’s England future is safe, despite his recent eight-month ban.

The 27-year-old will not be able to play football until 2024, but the England manager will not be forgetting about him any time soon… 👇

15.00 – Sterling: The forgotten man? 😕

Raheem Sterling would have been one of the first names on Southgate’s team sheet one year ago today, but sadly, his omission is no longer a shock to most.

A sad fall from grace for the former Manchester City winger who Southgate admits is not happy with his own physical condition… 👇

14.45 – Southgate speaks on Eze 💫

A man in form; Roy Hodgson has done wonders for Eze so far, as Palace’s star-man is handed the first England call-up of his career.

Southgate speaks to the media about his latest addition to the squad… 👇

14.30 – Tomori’s exclusion unfair? ❌

Champions League semi-finalist Fikayo Tomori misses out on Southgate’s Three Lions squad for the fourth consecutive announcement.

As reaction rolls in across social media, much of the focus is on the former Chelsea player’s exclusion, with many questioning those selected ahead of him.

14.15 – What do YOU think? 🤳

As we delve into Southgate’s latest England squad, we want to hear from YOU.

Head over to our Twitter page @StoryHubOnline, and let us know your thoughts; who should have been included? Who shouldn’t have been included? And why?

14.08 – Gallagher gets the nod 🤝

Gareth Southgate has ignored calls for Gibbs-White to come into the squad, instead opting for Conor Gallagher and Kalvin Phillips, of Chelsea and Manchester City respectively.

Gallagher has solidified his position in the first team under interim manager Frank Lampard but his inclusion has not had any impact on the Blues’ fortunes.

Phillips made his first Premier League start of the season last week, as Pep Guardiola opted for a weakened line-up following confirmation of City’s third successive league title.

14.05 – Pope misses out with injury 🤕

Newcastle United goalkeeper Nick Pope misses out on the squad due to injury, just two days after securing Champions League football for next season.

Crystal Palace’s Sam Johnstone comes in to the squad to replace him.

Will we see Pickford hold his starting place or can Ramsdale make a claim for England number one?

14.02 – BREAKING: Slam Dunk for Lewis! 🚨

After a record-breaking season for Brighton and Hove Albion, club captain and lifelong-Seagull Lewis Dunk has been recalled to Southgate’s squad for the first time since 2018.

The 31-year-old will be hoping to make just his second appearance for The Three Lions, following a five-year hiatus.

14.01 – BREAKING: Eze choice for Ebe! 🚨

Crystal Palace starlet Eberechi Eze appears to have chosen to represent The Three Lions over Nigeria, following his call-up to Southgate’s squad.

Fantastic news for England fans, who will have no doubt enjoyed the 24-year-old’s recent up-turn in form.

 

14.00 – BREAKING: England squad announced! 🏴󠁧󠁢󠁥󠁮󠁧󠁿🚨

The squad is out, and there are some bold inclusions, as well as plenty of notable omissions.

Stick with us over the next half-hour as we take a closer look at Southgate’s team and delve into all the talking points.

13.45 – Gibbs-White in an England shirt? 🦁

We’ve had a few calls for Nottingham Forest midfielder Morgan Gibbs-White who is yet to receive his first senior England call-up.

Morgan Gibbs-White and Phil Foden walking together whilst playing for England U21s, 2019.
Morgan Gibbs-White and Phil Foden of England during the UEFA Under-21 Championship 2019 match at San Marino Stadium, Serravalle | Credit: Jonathan Moscrop / Cal Sport Media via AP Images / Alamy Stock Photo

The in-form 23-year-old won the U17 World Cup alongside Manchester City winger, Phil Foden, with England’s youth sides.

Could we see dynamic duo reunite on the biggest stage of them all?

13.30 – Who is your WILDCARD pick? 🤔

With half an hour to go, we want to know who your wildcard pick is for the upcoming England squad…

Head over to our Twitter page @StoryHubOnline and let us know your most rogue shout for Gareth Southgate’s squad. Don’t be shy!

13.00 – One hour to the squad announcement! ⏳

Just one hour now until Gareth Southgate announces his England squad for the Euro 2024 qualifiers against Malta and North Macedonia.

With Ivan Toney recently ruled out through suspension, will we see in-form Newcastle talisman, Callum Wilson, return to the Three Lions squad?

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