England make the short trip to the Aviva Stadium in Dublin, Ireland to begin their UEFA Nations League campaign in an away match against Republic of Ireland on Saturday.
Interim manager Lee Carsley has named a new-look squad for the match as the team transitions from the departure of former manager Gareth Southgate, England finished as runners-up at the European Championship in July. The 2-1 defeat to Spain in the final was the more recent game the Three Lions played.
Republic of Ireland's last game was a 3-0 defeat to Cristiano Ronaldo's Portugal in an exhibition match in June.
The Sporting News looks at the key details ahead of this game, including how to watch the match, kickoff times and the latest lineup news.
Republic of Ireland vs. England live stream, TV channel in Canada
Here's how to watch this UEFA Nations League match in Canada:
TV channel: —
Live stream: DAZN
This game is unfortunately not available for live TV Broadcast. Streaming options are available on DAZN.
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What time does Republic of Ireland vs. England kick off in Canada?
This UEFA Nations League clash takes place at the Aviva Stadium in Dublin, Ireland and kicks off on Saturday, September 7 at 5:00 p.m. local time.
Here's how that time translates to Canada:
| Date | Kickoff time | |
| Atlantic Time | Sat, Sept. 7 | 1:00 p.m. |
| Eastern Time | Sat, Sept. 7 | 12:00 p.m. |
| Central Time | Sat, Sept. 7 | 11:00 a.m. |
| Mountain Time | Sat, Sept. 7 | 10:00 a.m. |
| Pacific Time | Sat, Sept. 7 | 9:00 a.m. |
Republic of Ireland vs. England lineups, team news
Gavin Bazunu and Josh Cullen are forced out with injury.
Ireland coach Heimir Hallgrimsson may hand a debut to Leicester City winger Kasey McAteer, who recently switched allegiance from England.
Republic of Ireland predicted XI (4-4-2, right to left): Kelleher (GK) — Coleman, O'Shea, Collins, Brady — Ogbene, Browne, Smallbone, O'Dowda — Ferguson, Idah.
Injured: Bazunu, Cullen
Suspended: —
The visitors will be without Phil Foden, Jude Bellingham, Ollie Watkins, Reece James and Luke Shaw.
Carsley however, has named a few of his Under-21 graduates for potential senior team debuts.
England predicted XI (4-2-3-1 right to left): Pickford (GK) — Alexander-Arnold, Stones, Maguire, Colwill — Rice, Mainoo — Saka, Eze, Gordon — Kane.
Injured: Foden, Bellingham, James, Shaw, Watkins
Suspended: —
Republic of Ireland vs. England prediction
A new-look England team has made the short trip to Dublin is stacked with talent. The visitors should be able to come away with a win against the Irish, who are struggling on the international stage. Ireland have won just one of their last six matches in all competitions.
Prediction: Republic of Ireland 0-2 England
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