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First England player speaks out on potential formation change ahead of Switzerland game

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Published 14:54 4 Jul 2024 GMT+1

First England player speaks out on potential formation change ahead of Switzerland game

Gareth Southgate is set to switch formations for England's clash against Switzerland at Euro 2024.

Nasir Jabbar

Nasir Jabbar

The first England player has spoken out amid reports claiming Gareth Southgate is set change formations for their quarter-final clash against Switzerland.

England resume their Euro 2024 campaign on Saturday when they face Switzerland for a spot in the semi-finals.

Southgate will be without Marc Guehi after he picked up a second yellow card of the tournament against Slovakia.

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As for Jude Bellingham, a 'likely' decision has been revealed following his UEFA investigation.

And, according to reports, Southgate is considering switching to a back three as a result of Guehi's suspension.

It's thought John Stones, Kyle Walker and one of Ezri Konsa, Lewis Dunk and Joe Gomez will make up a three-man defence.

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Should Konsa get the nod, he said it's down to Southgate on whether England change formations.

Asked about potentially changing formations against Switzerland, he replied: "Look, it's down to the gaffer and what he thinks suits us best."

Ezri Konsa in action for England against Slovakia. Image: Getty
Ezri Konsa in action for England against Slovakia. Image: Getty

Konsa made his first appearance of the Euros against Slovakia as a substitute in extra-tine.

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But he could feature from the start against Switzerland.

The Aston Villa defender said he's 'ready' to play at right-back or centre-half for England.

"[We have] defended really well. If the boss puts me on I will always be ready," said Konsa.

"I always dreamed of playing for England as a kid. It was a proud moment for me and my family.

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"Wherever Southgate puts me, I am ready. Last season, I played at right-back which took some getting used to but I can play there and as a centre-half."

Konsa made 50 appearances for Villa last season as he helped his side qualify for the Champions League.

He has five England caps to his name since making his debut in a friendly match against Brazil.

Featured Image Credit: Getty

Topics: England, Football, Euro 2024

Nasir Jabbar
Nasir Jabbar

Nasir Jabbar is a journalist at SPORTbible. He graduated from Bath Spa University with a BA in Media Communications. He's a combat sport aficionado and has contributed to MMA websites AddictedMMA and CagePotato. Nasir has covered some of the biggest fights, while interviewing the likes of Conor McGregor, Anthony Joshua, Tyson Fury and Darren Till. He's also an avid Bristol City fan.

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