Since the 2023 U21 European Championship final, England has lost only twice: a 3-2 defeat to Ukraine in October 2023 and a 5-3 loss to France in March this year. However, the team has also enjoyed several impressive wins, including a 4-2 victory over Portugal, two 7-0 routs of Azerbaijan and Luxembourg, and a 9-1 annihilation of Serbia.
The final 23-man squad will be announced on Friday, June 6th, but some of the players under consideration are already making their mark. Jobe Bellingham, for example, has been impressing with his passing accuracy and ball recoveries, while his ability to go box-to-box and win tackles is a valuable asset for the team.
Elliot Anderson, a 22-year-old midfielder from Nottingham Forest, is another player who could be a key player for England. He has a high level of fitness and is willing to break up play and do the "water carrying" when required. Anderson's all-round skill set has been a major factor in Forest's success this season, and he could be the perfect foil for Bellingham in midfield.
In attack, Liam Delap is likely to lead the line for England. The 22-year-old has scored 12 goals for Ipswich this season, and his shooting accuracy is impressive. Despite talk of a transfer to Chelsea, Delap's job in hand is to help England win the title, and he is likely to be a key player in the team.
Defensively, Newcastle's Tino Livramento and Liverpool's Jarell Quansah are two of the standout names. Both players have had impressive seasons, with Livramento winning 41 tackles and Quansah making 28 headed clearances. Both players have the potential to unlock tight defences and help England win the title.
Despite some injury withdrawals, England still has a wealth of talent at its disposal. Carsley has a strong squad, and the team's status as pre-tournament favourites is well deserved. With the right combination of players, England could be a strong contender for the title.