Kane keen to prove point in Carsley swansong? England v Ireland talking points
England can seal promotion with victory at Wembley.
England and the Republic of Ireland go head-to-head as the Nations League group stage, and 2024 schedule, comes to a close.
Ahead of Sunday’s Wembley encounter, the PA news agency has looked at five of the main talking points.
England look to finish the job
England’s impressive 3-0 win over Greece on Thursday saw them wrestle back control of Group B2. After losing to Greece last month things were looking decidedly dicey as they were staring at the prospect of having to a Nations League play-off in March in order to get promoted back to League A. But their Athens triumph means victory against Heimir Hallgrimsson’s side will see them seal automatic promotion. If England draw or lose and Greece beat Finland, that will mean Thomas Tuchel’s first fixtures in charge will be a two-legged play-off against a third-placed team in League A. If they do win at Wembley then the new manager’s first games will either be World Cup qualifiers or, if December’s draw places them in a group of four, friendly matches.
Kane to prove a point
Goodbye Carsball
Time to step up
