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England squad announcement LIVE: Eddie Nketiah gets maiden call-up, Raheem Sterling misses out

England face Ukraine and Scotland next month.

Ryan Smart

Updated 15:10 31 Aug 2023 GMT+1Published 12:00 31 Aug 2023 GMT+1

England manager Gareth Southgate has named his squad for next month's games against Ukraine and Scotland today.

England travel to face Ukraine in their Euro 2024 qualifier, which will be staged in Wroclaw, Poland on September 9.

The Three Lions then face rival Scotland in a friendly at Hampden Park on September 12 in a match to mark the 150th anniversary of the first ever international match.

The major headline surrounding the squad are the inclusions of Arsenal star Eddie Nketiah, who has received his debut call-up to the senior England squad.

Harry Maguire and Jordan Henderson, meanwhile, are both included, while Kalvin Phillips is also named in the squad.

However, Raheem Sterling misses out despite a strong start to the season - and Southgate has explained why the forward is not involved.

Live updates from the squad announcement, and Gareth Southgate's press conference, will be posted below.

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Southgate on Maguire
England squad in full
England squad named
Harry Kane returns to the UK
Who could be named in the squad?
When are England playing?

8 months ago14:10

Thanks for joining us

That's all from our live blog of the latest England squad selection.

Thanks for joining us, and we hope you have a great rest of the day.

8 months ago14:09

Southgate explains his England squad

To read more from Gareth Southgate on his most recent England squad selection, click the article below.

8 months ago13:27

Southgate says Sterling still has England future

Despite missing out on his third England squad in a row, Southgate confirms that Raheem Sterling still has a future with England.

He explained: "It's really good to see Raheem start the season well. He looks in good condition, he looks hungry. He's obviously an important player for us, and has been a very important player for us.

"But in those attacking areas behind the forward, we have lots of competition. The group that are with us have done really well in recent games.

"Raheem was not available for the last two squads. That's given other people the opportunity to play well and establish themselves in the group.

"It was a tough call. Raheem is not really happy about that, but I understand that because he's been an important player for us. I'm convinced he's going to have an excellent season for Chelsea, I've no doubt about that."

Raheem Sterling has not been selected in the England squad (

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8 months ago13:22

Southgate on Maguire

There were some question marks over whether Harry Maguire would be selected, given his lack of game time at Manchester United this term.

The centre-back has not played a single minute for Erik ten Hag's side this term.

There were similar question marks over Jordan Henderson's inclusion after his move to Saudi Pro League side Al Ettifaq.

Southgate insisted that the Maguire selection was partially due to his experience at international level - appearing to intimate the same reason for Henderson's inclusion.

He said: "It’s important we have some experience in that area of the pitch. Clearly with Harry [Maguire] and Kalvin Phillips - it’s far from ideal that they’re not playing football."

Manchester United defender Harry Maguire is in the England squad (

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8 months ago13:17

Southgate on Phillips selection

One of the surprise call-ups was that of Manchester City midfielder Kalvin Phillips, who has not had any regular football for his club side since joining from Leeds last summer.

Southgate explained: "With Kalvin [Phillips], it's not ideal he's not playing football. Declan Rice was the only England player to start at weekend as a single pivot. Kalvin is the next best to do that. Other players can do it but it's not their best position…"

Kalvin Phillips is in the England squad (

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8 months ago13:15

Southgate on Nketiah and Colwill

The first question of the press conference is on Eddie Nketiah, with the Arsenal star earning his first call-up to an England senior squad.

The 24-year-old has been Arsenal's lead striker so far this season, and has netted two goals in his first three games.

Explaining the selection of Nketiah and Chelsea centre-back Levi Colwill, Southgate says: "They're two young players who are doing very well. They've done very well with our junior teams.

"Levi had some time with us in the summer. We left Old Trafford [in June] after two really good performances, four good performances in the group. I didn't want to move from the squad we had that day. We're only three games into the start of the season.

"But we've had a lot of people at the back with issues, so we've had to make changes there.

"Eddie is coming in because we'd like to have to a look at him. He's a good young player with really good pedigree and he's a very good finisher.

"It's good for him to have some time with us. He's been a prolific goalscorer with the U21s as well. He's a player we're really interested in."

Eddie Nketiah and Levi Colwill are both in the England squad (

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8 months ago13:07

England squad in full

Here is the full England squad for the upcoming international fixtures:

Goalkeepers: Sam Johnstone, Jordan Pickford, Aaron Ramsdale

Defenders: Ben Chilwell, Levi Colwill, Lewis Dunk, Marc Guehi, Harry Maguire, Fikayo Tomori, Kieran Trippier, Kyle Walker

Midfielders: Trent Alexander-Arnold, Jude Bellingham, Conor Gallagher, Jordan Henderson, Kalvin Phillips, Declan Rice

Forwards: Eberechi Eze, Phil Foden, Jack Grealish, Harry Kane, James Maddison, Marcus Rashford, Bukayo Saka, Callum Wilson

8 months ago13:04

Gareth Southgate is here

Gareth Southgate has arrived into a packed St George's Park media room to take questions on his England squad.

8 months ago13:01

England squad named

Gareth Southgate has now picked his England squad for the Euro 2024 qualifier against Ukraine and the friendly against Scotland.

As reported earlier, Jordan Henderson and Harry Maguire are both included. And Kalvin Phillips is a surprise pick in midfield.

But there is no space for Raheem Sterling, despite a strong start to the season for Chelsea.

Eddie Nketiah, meanwhile, earns a call-up, while Levi Colwill, Eberechi Eze and Ben Chilwell are all in.

8 months ago12:48

The clock is ticking...

Just under 15 minutes to go until Gareth Southgate names his England squad for the upcoming internationals against Ukraine and Scotland.

England manager Gareth Southgate is set to name his squad (

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8 months ago12:30

Harry Kane returns to the UK

Harry Kane will return to play in the UK for the first time since leaving Tottenham to join Bayern Munich earlier this summer.

The 30-year-old probably won't be travelling by car, but he has already received his first Bayern company vehicle - an Audi - in a slightly surreal ceremony:

8 months ago12:22

Scotland's squad already named

As we've already mentioned, England's friendly clash against Scotland on September 12 will be anything but friendly.

It could also be the most competitive matchup we've seen between the two nations in recent years. Steve Clarke's side have won all four of their Euro 2024 qualifying fixtures - including a 2-1 home victory over Spain.

The former West Brom and Reading boss has already named his squad for the England fixture, with Newcastle's Elliot Anderson the standout inclusion.

There is also a space for new Al Ettifaq signing Jack Hendry, while Scott McTominay, Andy Robertson, John McGinn and Billy Gilmour are all involved as well.

8 months ago12:15

Will Southgate recall West Ham stars?

West Ham briefly led the Premier League after their stunning 3-1 win over Brighton on Saturday, and it has been an impressive start to the season for David Moyes' side.

Two key players in that start have been Jarrod Bowen and James Ward-Prowse, the latter having quickly made an impression after joining from Southampton earlier in the summer.

Both already have international experience - but will Gareth Southgate bring them back into his squad?

8 months ago12:01

England fans have their say

England supporters are letting Gareth Southgate know who they want to be included via the Twitter thread below. Who do you think should make the cut?

Let us know in the comments.

8 months ago11:46

Who could be named in the squad?

According to early reports, Harry Maguire is set to be named in the squad despite not playing for Manchester United this season. Jordan Henderson is also expected to be included after his move to the Saudi Pro League.

Levi Colwill could also be named in the squad in place of the injured Tyrone Mings.

Raheem Sterling could be set for a recall after his impressive start to the season, while James Maddison could also be included.

8 months ago11:30

England players take on the 'ball challenge'

A bit of fun ahead of the squad announcement, as various England players take on the 'ball challenge' at St George's Park.

8 months ago11:25

When are England playing?

England take on Ukraine in their Euro 2024 qualifier at Stadion Miejski in Wroclaw. The match is taking place in Poland due to the ongoing war in Ukraine.

England are currently top of their group, having won all four of their qualifiers so far. Ukraine are second after winning two of their three qualifiers, with their only defeat coming against the Three Lions - a 2-0 loss at Wembley.

Gareth Southgate's side will then face Scotland in a friendly at Hampden Park on September 12 in a match to mark the 150th anniversary of the first ever international match.

8 months ago11:14

Good afternoon!

Hello and welcome to our live coverage of today's England squad announcement.

The Three Lions face Ukraine in their Euro 2024 qualifier next month before taking on Scotland in a friendly at Hampden Park, which is set to be anything but.

Gareth Southgate is set to announce his squad around 2pm so stick with us as we bring you all the best build-up and reaction.

8 months ago10:58

Live updates will be posted here from 12.15pm.

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KEY Points

Thanks for joining us

Southgate explains his England squad

Southgate says Sterling still has England future

Southgate on Maguire

Southgate on Phillips selection

Southgate on Nketiah and Colwill

England squad in full

Gareth Southgate is here

England squad named

The clock is ticking...

Harry Kane returns to the UK

Scotland's squad already named

Will Southgate recall West Ham stars?

England fans have their say

Who could be named in the squad?

England players take on the 'ball challenge'

When are England playing?

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KEY Points

Thanks for joining us

Southgate explains his England squad

Southgate says Sterling still has England future

Southgate on Maguire

Southgate on Phillips selection

Southgate on Nketiah and Colwill

England squad in full

Gareth Southgate is here

England squad named

The clock is ticking...

Harry Kane returns to the UK

Scotland's squad already named

Will Southgate recall West Ham stars?

England fans have their say

Who could be named in the squad?

England players take on the 'ball challenge'

When are England playing?

Good afternoon!