Frank Christian
England is set to face Slovakia in the Round of 16 of Euro 2024 with high hopes of moving forward and proving their potential as contenders for the championship.
Despite leading Group C with five points from three matches, England has been under scrutiny for their performance so far in the tournament.
Manager Gareth Southgate is feeling the heat to find a way to make the star-studded forward line work effectively, especially with concerns surrounding players like Jude Bellingham and Harry Kane.
On the other hand, Slovakia caused an upset by defeating Belgium in their first game and advanced as one of the best third-place teams from Group E, where all four teams finished with four points each. They are aiming to reach the quarterfinals for the first time since their independence in 1993.
Stay updated with live coverage of England vs. Slovakia by Sporting News, offering score updates, commentary, and highlights as the match unfolds.
Current Score: England vs. Slovakia
| 1st Half | Goal Scorers | |
| England | — | |
| Slovakia | — |
Venue: Veltins-Arena, Gelsenkirchen
Referee: Umut Meler (TUR)
Predicted Starting Lineups:
England (4-2-3-1, right to left): 1. Pickford (GK) — 2. Walker, 5. Stones, 6. Guehi, 12. Trippier — 26. Mainoo, 4. Rice — 7. Saka, 10. Bellingham, 11. Foden — 9. Kane.
Slovakia (4-3-3, right to left): 1. Dubravka (GK) — 2. Pekarik, 3. Vavro, 14. Skriniar, 16. Hancko — 19. Kucka, 22. Lobotka, 8. Duda — 26. Schranz, 18. Strelec, 17. Haraslin.
Live Updates and Highlights from England vs. Slovakia at Euro 2024
1 hour before kickoff: Slovakia is expected to match England’s flexible 4-3-3 formation, with David Strelec leading the attack instead of Robert Bozenik.
1 hr 8 mins before kickoff: England’s lineup is out as anticipated, featuring Mainoo in place of Gallagher. Kieran Trippier is fit to play at left-back after concerns over a calf injury, and Luke Shaw is among the substitutes.
1 hr 20 mins before kickoff: The confirmed team news is due soon, offering clarity to those scrutinizing England’s performance. Kobbie Mainoo’s inclusion, providing midfield fluidity, is likely Southgate’s only change after a strong second-half performance against Slovenia. The forward line comprises Saka and Foden, with Kane and Bellingham aiming to step up their game.
1 hr 40 mins before kickoff: Described as “The Easy Side of the Draw,” England faces Slovakia in a crucial match. England’s form in this tournament needs improvement to avoid disappointment.
2 hours before kickoff: England has experienced highs and lows in the tournament so far. The team’s performance remains uncertain as they navigate the knockout phase.
Match Start Time for England vs. Slovakia
The match between England and Slovakia at Euro 2024 kicks off at 6 p.m. local time in Gelsenkirchen on Sunday, June 30.
Here are the kickoff times for various regions around the world:
| Date | Kickoff Time | |
| USA/Canada | Sun, Jun. 30 | 12 p.m. ET |
| USA/Canada | Sun, Jun. 30 | 9 a.m. PT |
| UK | Sun, Jun. 30 | 5 p.m. BST |
| Australia | Mon, July 1 | 2 a.m. AEST |
| India | Sun, Jun. 30 | 9:30 p.m. IST |
Team News and Lineups for England vs. Slovakia
After Luke Shaw’s return from injury, he is back in the squad as a substitute. Trippier and Rice are fit to play after training separately midweek. Anthony Gordon, recovering from minor injuries, is on the bench.
Phil Foden returns after a personal leave and is expected to start over Gordon and Cole Palmer. Captain Harry Kane has a strong record in knockout matches, aiming to improve his performance in this crucial game.
Despite calls for changes, Bellingham retains his place in the starting lineup alongside new addition Kobbie Mainoo. Conor Gallagher is back on the bench after a previous start.
England Starting Lineup (4-2-3-1): Pickford (GK) — Walker, Stones, Guehi, Trippier — Mainoo, Rice — Saka, Bellingham, Foden — Kane.
Substitutes for England: Ramsdale (GK), Henderson (GK), Shaw, Alexander-Arnold, Konsa, Dunk, …**Slovakia’s Squad Lineup**
Under the management of Francesco Calzona, Slovakia’s roster features prominent players like goalkeeper Martin Dubravka, defender Milan Skriniar, and midfielder Stanislav Lobotka as the core of the team. Ondrej Duda and Juraj Kucka provide support in midfield, with David Strelec leading the attack alongside Lukas Haraslin and Ivan Schranz. Tomas Suslov serves as a substitute player.
**Starting Lineup:** Dubravka (GK) — Pekarik, Vavro, Skriniar, Hancko — Kucka, Lobotka, Duda — Schranz, Strelec, Haraslin.
**Substitutes:** Roak (GK), Ravas (GK), Obert, Rigo, Gyomber, Suslov, Bozenik, Tupta, Benes, Hrosovsky, De Marco, Duris, Bero, Sauer, Kosa.
**England vs. Slovakia Live Streaming Information**
For viewers in the USA, FOX, Univision, and TUDN will broadcast the England vs. Slovakia match. Streaming options include Fubo, Fox Sports app/website, ViX, Univision Now, TUDN app/website, and Sling.
In Canada, TSN1, TSN4, TSN5, CTV, and TVA Sports will cover the game, with streaming available on TVA+ and CTV app.
UK fans can watch the match on ITV1 and STV, with streaming options on ITVX and STV Player.
For Australian viewers, Optus Sport is the exclusive broadcaster for the European Championship.
In India, Sony Ten 2, Sony Ten 3, Sony Ten 2HD, and Sony Ten 3HD will broadcast the game, and it can be streamed on JioTV and Sony LIV.
If you encounter broadcasting restrictions, using a Virtual Private Network (VPN) can provide a secure and private online connection to access the game from anywhere in the world.
