England will face off against the U.S.A in their second World Cup encounter at the Al-Khor Stadium in Qatar.
The English National team will intend to seal their top spot in the round of 16 in Qatar when they face the United States of America.
After a resounding 6-2 victory against Iran, the Thee Lions will turn up against the USA, who drew against Wales in their opening match.
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The United States will hope to bounce back after they allowed Wales to gain a point from them
Kickoff – 20:00 G.M.T
Venue – Al-Khor Stadium.
Team news
Harry Kane will be fit for Friday’s clash after Gareth Southgate put an end to fears that a foot injury could rule the England captain out.
Bukayo Saka and Raheem Sterling were on the score sheet against Iran and will look to keep their places.
Kyle Walker is also in contention, but England is expected to name an unchanged team.
For the USA, Weston McKennie and Sergio Dest were fit to start against Wales, having shaken off a groin injury and fatigue respectively, in a big boost.
Leeds’ Brenden Aaronson came off the bench and will be hoping to start, with no other known injury concerns for American boss Gregg Berhalter.
Predicted line ups
England
Pickford; Trippier, Stones, Maguire, Shaw; Rice, Bellingham; Saka, Mount, Sterling; Kane
USA
Turner; Dest, Zimmerman, Ream, A. Robinson; McKennie, Adams, Musah; Weah, Sargent, Pulisic
Odds / Prediction
The English team will be a tough test for the USA, however, the USA will bid their hope on knowing that the English team might have a slightly porous defence.
A tough match to end 3-1 in favour of the English side.
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