GARETH SOUTHGATE is set to make nine changes from the side that scraped a 1-0 victory over Australia in Friday night’s friendly at Wembley. SunSport understands that Jack Grealish and Jordan …
GARETH SOUTHGATE is set to make nine changes from the side that scraped a 1-0 victory over Australia in Friday night's friendly at Wembley.will also see a recall to the team, despite his inclusion by Southgate being criticised by fans in England's most recent qualifier againstHenderson's place in the starting XI has become an increasing bone of contention for fans and pundits alike following his transfer to the Saudi Pro League.
Same sex relationships are outlawed in Saudi Arabia and freedom of expression is also severely curtailed in the country. In purely footballing matters the league is still seen as weak despite bringing in various stars to strengthen it this summer - with many feeling that performances, no matter how good, in the Saudi Pro League should not justify inclusion in the England side.GREEN LIGHTSouthgate defended Henderson after the game and said: "I know what has created it and why it has happened but it defies logic to me that you would give a player who is putting his heart and soul into playing for England.
England currently lead Italy by three points in Group C and only need a draw against Italy to secure their spot at It's the first time the two sides have met at Wembley since Italy defeated England there in 2021 to lift the Euro 2020 trophy - and Southgate's side will be keen to get revenge.
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