Trent Alexander-Arnold will play in a back four for England against Czech Republic after spending much of Thomas Tuchel's tenure unavailable for selection. The Real Madrid defender's last international start came in a 3-1 win over Finland in October 2024, making this his first appearance in the starting lineup in nearly two years.
A win in Prague would ease growing pressure on manager Thomas Tuchel following England's defeat to Spain at Wembley. The result matters significantly as England battle for position in the Nations League quarter-finals, with the mood around the team described as febrile since their collapse against Argentina.
Alexander-Arnold will line up alongside Trevoh Chalobah, Marc Guehi and Lewis Hall in defence. Hall replaces Nico O'Reilly due to fitness issues, while Chalobah comes in for the unfit Ezri Konsa. Morgan Rogers is expected to replace Jude Bellingham, who will be rested. England did positive things against Spain, but an emphatic performance in Prague would provide both a good result and relief from mounting scrutiny.