ENGLAND are hoping to continue their perfect start to Euro 2024 qualifying against North Macedonia TONIGHT.
Gareth Southgate starts Marcus Rashford and Bukayo Saka alongside skipper Harry Kane up top.
The Three Lions are top of Group C with nine points and are closing in on a spot in Germany.
- Kick off time: 7:45 BST
- TV channel: Channel 4
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- England XI: Pickford, Walker, Maguire, Stones, Shaw, Rice, Henderson, Alexander-Arnold, Saka, Rashford, Kane
- North Macedonia XI: Dimitrievski, Ristovski, Zajkov, Velkovski, Ashkovski, Ademi, Bardhi, Elmas, Alioski, Nestorovski, Trajkovski.
- Why are England playing at Old Trafford and not Wembley tonight?
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- By Lloyd Canfield
Ezgjan Alioski
The left-sided Fenerbahce defender will be remembered well by Leeds United fans, as he played 161 times for the Yorkshire side.
He's a versatile player, who has previously deputised as a right winger, a striker, and an attacking midfielder for an array of clubs.
He was part of Leeds United promotion winning side in 2019-2020, before leaving the club in 2021.
Enis Bardhi
The 27-year-old Trabzonspor midfielder has got a goal and assist in his last two games in this competition, and will be keen to add to that tally against the Three Lions.
He generally plays a deep role at International level, behind Eljif Elmas, who usually occupies the number 10 role.
- By Lloyd Canfield
Remember them?
North Macedonia may not have a fully recognisable team, but there are a few players in their team that you might know of…
We are going to run through them with you, as they could just cause England some problems:
Eljif Elmas
Elmas is a midfielder for Serie A champions Napoli, who had one of the best seasons out of any European side this season.
He is still young, aged just 23, and has scored in both of North Macedonia's last two fixtures in this competition, against Ukraine and Malta.
- By Lloyd Canfield
No rest for the wicked
Fans are reacting to Gareth Southgate's team selection on social media, as he has gone for a full strength team tonight.
One fan was pleased with Trent Alexander-Arnold being selected to play in midfield again, saying 'Best player in the no10 again'.
However, Arsenal fans are not so happy with Bukayo Saka playing, as they fear that he is burnt out – one stated 'Saka's legs are gonna fall off'.
- By Lloyd Canfield
North Macedonia Starting XI
This is how North Macedonia line up, as they look to beat England for the first time in their history…
Dimitrievski, Ristovski, Zajkov, Velkovski, Ashkovski, Elmas, Ademi, Bardhi, Alioski, Trajkovski, Nestorovski
- By Lloyd Canfield
England Starting XI
This is how England line up for today's game, and it seems that Gareth Southgate has gone full strength…
Pickford, Walker, Maguire, Stones, Shaw, Rice, Henderson, Alexander-Arnold, Saka, Rashford, Kane
England's starting XI vs North Macedonia - By Lloyd Canfield
Trent the creator?
Last time out, against Malta, fans were given a shock when we saw Trent Alexander-Arnold lining up in the number 10 shirt for the Three Lions.
The number is traditionally associated with great creators such as Lionel Messi, so to see a full-back wearing it was a little outside the box.
However, the Liverpool man has shown that he can create like the best of them, and produced a spectacular goal while donning the iconic number.
It would be great to see him in midfield again tonight, and we will find out his place in the team in a little over 10 minutes.
Trent Alexander-Arnold's heat map against Malta - By Lloyd Canfield
Have we met before?
England have never lost a game against North Macedonia in their history, having beaten them twice and picking up two draws in four matches.
The first time the two sides met was also at Old Trafford, in October 2006, but the game produced a goalless draw, let's hope we don't see a repeat of that tonight.
Frank Lampard in action against North Macedonia at Old Trafford in 2006Credit: Getty Images – Getty - By Connor Greaves
Why are England playing at Old Trafford and not Wembley tonight?
England have had to temporarily move homes for their Euro 2024 qualifying clash with North Macedonia this evening.
This is due to Wembley playing host to four nights of Harry Styles' huge UK tour.
But despite the last night of the tour being two days ago, the pitch is still covered and the stadium is configured for a concert, not a football match.
This has meant that England will host North Macedonia at Manchester United's Old Trafford this evening.
It will be the 18th time Old Trafford has hosted an England game, with only Wembley hosting more.
- By Lloyd Canfield
Welcome to England vs North Macedonia!
England are looking to continue a perfect EURO 2024 qualifying campaign, following a 4-0 win in Malta on Friday.
In that game, Harry Kane extended his record as England's all-time record goalscorer from the penalty spot, and Trent Alexander-Arnold scored a lovely goal while wearing the number 10 shirt.
They will be expected to pick up another three points here against North Macedonia, who also beat Malta, but were beaten 3-2 by Ukraine.
Stay with us, as we bring you team news, and all the build up to the match you will need, as well as full coverage.
It is set to be a cracker, so settle in with us, and enjoy…
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