England U18 is set to play their fourth and final fixture of the UEFA Friendship Cup against Spain this Saturday, 3 October. The Young Lions have enjoyed a perfect group-stage campaign, winning all three of their matches against Colombia (3-2), Egypt (2-1) and Korea Republic (2-1). Having secured top spot in Group A, Will Antwi’s side will now look to maintain their positive run by lifting the trophy against Spain.
The Young Lions looking to maintain their perfect record
Will Antwi still has his squad at his disposal for this fourth fixture, with several players having impressed since the start of the tournament. Ryan Kavuma-McQueen has been particularly influential in the last two matches, scoring the winner against Korea Republic after providing an assist against Egypt. Sam Alabi also found the net in the latest fixture with a superb long-range strike, while Michael Mills scored in each of the opening two games. Roman Dowell also impressed between the posts against Korea Republic, making several important saves. With three wins already under their belt, the Young Lions will now look to extend their winning run against Spain and finish the tournament on a high.
The England U18 starting XI to face Spain:
- Ben Vickery (Manchester City)
- Oscar Sandiford (Tottenham Hotspur)
- Calvin Diakite (Chelsea)
- Freddie Lawrie (Manchester City)
- Marlow Barrett (Manchester City)
- Samuel Alker (Leeds United)
- Hugo De Lisle (Leicester City)
- Tyrese Noubissie (RC Strasbourg)
- Jashayde Greenwood (Chelsea)
- Ryan Kavuma-McQueen (Portsmouth, prêté par Chelsea)
- Kyran Thompson (Newcastle United)
