In their first of two pre-Euro 2024 warm-up friendlies, England will host Bosnia-Herzegovina at Newcastle United’s St James’ Park.
While the Three Lions are gearing up for a shot at international stardom, the visitors won’t be participating in this year’s continental gathering.
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England enters the match as one of the favorites to win Euro 2024, aiming to end 58 years of hurt on the men’s side.
Gareth Southgate’s squad navigated their Euro 2024 qualifying section without a single defeat, and their quest for glory begins against Serbia on June 16.
Friendlies against Bosnia and Iceland offer England a chance to secure at least one win for the calendar year before the tournament.
On the other hand, Bosnia-Herzegovina failed to make the most of their playoff opportunity after finishing second-from-bottom in Group J during the qualifiers.
They are still waiting for their first Euros appearance as an independent nation.
Despite being participants at the 2014 World Cup, their recent form includes a dismal four-match losing streak.
Key Points:
- England aims to emulate their female counterparts who conquered Euro 2022.
- Bosnia-Herzegovina arrives at St James’ Park on a four-match losing sequence.
- England’s fringe players have an incentive to stake a claim for Euro 2024.
Predictions:
The Three Lions are expected to secure a comfortable victory as they kickstart their Euro 2024 campaign on a positive note.
- England 3-0 Bosnia-Herzegovina
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