Gareth Southgate is set to change England’s midfield approach by benching Trent Alexander-Arnold and starting Conor Gallagher in the final Euro 2024 group match against Slovenia.
Alexander-Arnold, typically a right-back for Liverpool, was used in midfield for England’s games against Serbia and Denmark.
Despite thorough preparation, his performances have received mixed reviews from fans and pundits.
Chelsea’s Conor Gallagher, who replaced Alexander-Arnold in the previous group games, is now expected to start.
Reports indicate that Southgate and his assistant, Steve Holland, had been working with Alexander-Arnold to adapt to the midfield role, but the experiment has not convinced everyone.
England, currently leading Group C with four points, will aim to secure the top spot in their upcoming match in Cologne.
This lineup change is viewed as a strategy to strengthen their midfield and improve their overall performance as they advance in the tournament.