England vs Switzerland: Confirmed team news and predicted lineup

England face Switzerland this weekend in a crucial Euro 2024 quarterfinal match aiming to secure a spot in the semifinals.

England will be without a number of key players for their Euro 2024 quarterfinal clash against Switzerland, with Harry Maguire, John Stones and Jordan Henderson all ruled out. Kieran Trippier is also a doubt for the match, while Declan Rice is suspended.

Despite the absentees, England manager Gareth Southgate is confident that his team has enough quality to beat Switzerland and reach the semifinals. "We have a lot of experience in this squad, and we know what it takes to win at this level," Southgate said. "We're confident that we can get the job done."

Confirmed team news

England: Pickford; Walker, Dier, Tomori; Alexander-Arnold, Bellingham, Rice, Shaw; Foden, Kane, Saka

Switzerland: Sommer; Widmer, Akanji, Elvedi, Rodriguez; Xhaka, Freuler; Shaqiri, Sow, Embolo; Seferovic

Predicted lineup

England: Pickford; Walker, Dier, Tomori; Alexander-Arnold, Bellingham, Rice, Shaw; Foden, Kane, Saka

Switzerland: Sommer; Widmer, Akanji, Elvedi, Rodriguez; Xhaka, Freuler; Shaqiri, Sow, Embolo; Seferovic

Conclusion

The match between England and Switzerland is likely to be a close and hard-fought affair. Both teams have a lot of quality, and either could win on their day. However, England will be slight favorites given their greater experience at this level. If they can play to their potential, they should be able to book their place in the semifinals.