The Football Faithful
·29 September 2026
England XI vs Czechia – Predicted lineup and team news

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·29 September 2026

England will travel to Prague on Tuesday, aiming to return to winning ways when they meet Czechia at the Fortuna Arena in their next UEFA Nations League match.
The Three Lions head into the fixture hoping to recover from a difficult 3-2 defeat against Spain in their Nations League opener. The result ended a positive spell under manager Thomas Tuchel, who had previously led England to a third-place finish in their World Cup campaign. England’s attacking form remains highly encouraging, with the team scoring nine goals in their last three matches. However, defensive problems and a growing injury list mean they are still waiting to record their first clean sheet in seven games.
Arsenal defender Ezri Konsa and Manchester City fullback Nico O’Reilly are both major doubts for Tuesday’s encounter after missing England’s final training session on Monday because of minor injuries.
Their possible absence could result in Lewis Hall returning at left-back, while Jarrad Branthwaite may be brought into the centre of defence.
At right-back, Real Madrid defender Trent Alexander-Arnold is expected to make his first start of this international break.
James Trafford is also set to continue in goal for England. Tuchel has confirmed that the Leeds United goalkeeper will be given another opportunity in what is being viewed as a second consecutive audition ahead of Jordan Pickford.
These latest concerns add to an already weakened squad, with Declan Rice, Cole Palmer, Marcus Rashford, Kobbie Mainoo and Tino Livramento all missing from the travelling group.
Possible England starting XI: Trafford; Alexander-Arnold, Braithwaite, Guehi, Hall; Lewis-Skelly, Anderson; Saka, Bellingham, Gordon; Kane
The match will kick off at 7:45pm BST on Tuesday, 29th September.
For viewers in the United Kingdom, Czechia vs. England will be available live and free-to-air on ITV1.







































