Lee Carsley begins his interim stint as England boss with a UEFA Nations League clash against a Republic of Ireland side who he represented on 40 occasions during his playing days.
The ex-Everton midfielder, who lifted the European Championships as manager of the U21 team in 2023, has named a young Three Lions squad for this international break with Newcastle’s Tino Livramento, joining former U21 teammates Noni Madueke, Morgan Gibbs-White and Angel Gomes in the list of players who could be in line for a debut in the coming days.
Elsewhere, Livramento is also accompanied by familiar faces in Newcastle duo Nick Pope and Anthony Gordon as well as Crystal Palace defender Marc Guehi, who was the subject of a long-running transfer saga throughout the summer.
But how is Carsley likely to line-up in his first match as England boss? Here we take a look at his potential starting XI.
5. LB: Tino Livramento
Newcastle star Tino Livramento has proven he is versatile enough to play left back throughout last season and could even make his debut on the opposite side for the Three Lions. | Getty Images
6. CM: Declan Rice
The Arsenal star, who actually represented Ireland on three occasions, is a clear candidate to start in the holding midfield role. | Getty Images
7. CM: Angel Gomes
Angel Gomes was an everpresent in Lee Carsley's U21 team and is hoping to make an impression on his first appearance in the squad at senior level. | Getty Images
8. CAM: Morgan Gibbs-White
Nottingham Forest star Morgan Gibbs-White was a key member of Lee Carsley's U21 team. With Cole Palmer and Phil Foden both dropping out, he has a huge chance to shine in the attacking midfield role. | Getty Images