Quansah to Start at Right-Back for England Against Scotland
Quansah to Start at Right-Back for England

Jarell Quansah is expected to start for England at right-back after recovering from a twisted ankle, according to Jacob Steinberg. The Liverpool defender has been cleared to play, providing a solution to Thomas Tuchel's biggest selection headache.

Injury Updates in Defense

Djed Spence is suffering from a sore calf and is not ready to start, but should be included in the matchday squad. Reece James has missed the last two games with a hamstring issue and remains unavailable. Right-back has been the most problematic position for Tuchel, with multiple players unavailable.

Wing Selection Dilemma

Tuchel also faces difficult choices on the wings. None of the wide players have fully convinced in recent outings. For this match, Bukayo Saka and Anthony Gordon are expected to get the nod, providing pace and creativity from the flanks.

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Other Areas of Concern

While right-back is the most pressing issue, Tuchel has acknowledged problems in other areas of the pitch. The team has struggled for consistency, and the manager is looking for a strong performance to build momentum.

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