England U21 XI vs Portugal: Predicted lineup and confirmed staff news
Eight adjustments had been made final day trip, because the Young Lions beat Germany with qualification already secured, however a return to the form of lineup seen earlier within the match in opposition to the Czech Republic and Israel is anticipated.
Cameron Archer scored in opposition to Germany when main the road however may drop again to the bench if Gordon returns, whereas Morgan Gibbs-White and Smith Rowe, who scored within the first two video games, are additionally pushing to begin.
Levi Colwill and Taylor Harwood-Bellis will come again in at centre-back after being rested, with James Garner hoping he’s completed sufficient to return in an unfamiliar right-back function after sturdy shows in the beginning of the match.
Noni Madueke ought to maintain his place on the appropriate wing, however Harvey Elliott’s goalscoring efficiency in opposition to Germany won’t be sufficient for the Liverpool man to maintain his place within the facet, with membership team-mate Curtis Jones set to return.
Predicted England U21 lineup: Trafford; Garner, Harwood-Bellis, Colwill, Aarons; Gomes, Jones; Madueke, Gibbs-White; Smith Rowe; Gordon