Penpix of probable England team to play in Euro 2024 final

BERLIN : Penpix of England's expected starting 11 for Sunday’s European Championship final against Spain in Berlin.

Coach Gareth Southgate has been very consistent with his selection during the tournament and the only question mark for Sunday surrounds the fitness of Kieran Trippier, who is likely to be replaced by Luke Shaw.

Jordan Pickford (goalkeeper). 30. First choice for England at a fourth successive tournament, his save from Manuel Akanji’s penalty in the shootout after the quarter-final draw against Switzerland kept his side on course for a first Euro title. He gives England a psychological boost if the final is decided on post-match spot kicks on the back of winning three of the four previous shootouts he has been involved in with the side.

Kyle Walker (defender). 34. Walker did not look convincing early in the tournament but found his form when he needed to snuff out the dangerous threat of Cody Gakpo in Wednesday’s semi-final against the Dutch. His ability and pace in one-on-one situations is going to be key in the final, up against Spain’s left winger Nico Williams, but as he celebrates his 90th cap has plenty of experience for the occasion.

Luke Shaw (defender). 29. A hamstring injury kept Shaw out of all but the last two games for England, where he came on as a substitute. His entry at the start of the second half of the semi-final on Wednesday suggests he is likely to be picked over the injured Kieran Trippier as he is the only specialist left back in the squad. Shaw, who scored England's goal in the Euro 2020 final, will be relishing the chance to go up against ‘wunderkind’ Lamine Yamal.

John Stones (defender). 30. Concerns over Stone’s fitness after hamstring and hip injuries curtailed his appearances at