A lot can change in soccer in a week. Lee Carsley’s ambitions of being the next full-time manager appear to be in tatters after a shock home defeat at the hands of Greece in midweek.
The magnitude of the loss can be found in the stats. Greece are the lowest ranked side to beat England since 2005, while they are the lowest ranked nation to ever beat the Three Lions on English soil.
Things aren’t looking much better for Finland. The hosts have suffered defeats in all three of their matches in the Nations League this year, and their relegation could be confirmed if results go against them this weekend.
Odds
| Match Result | Odds |
|---|---|
| Finland | |
| Draw | |
| England |
Three Lions Cruised to Victory Against Finland Last Month
| Total | Finland | England | Draws | |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Games | 1 | 0 | 1 | 0 |
| Nations League Games | 0 | 0 | 1 | 0 |
| Goals | 2 | 0 | 2 |
🚨⚽ TIP: Under 2.5 goals has been a winning selection in two of three matches for England under Carsley.
Finland Team News
Finland are very much a team in transition at present. However, Teemu Pukki is once again likely to lead the line in Helsinki on Sunday.
A defensive approach is likely, meaning that a back five could be played by the hosts. Tomas Galvesz looks set to keep his place after impressing in his five appearances since making his international debut.
Possible Lineup
Lukas Hradecky (GK); Adam Stahl, Robert Ivanov, Arrtu Hoskonen, Miro Tenho, Tomas Galvez, Robin Lod, Leo Walta, Glen Kamara, Rasmus Schuller, Topi Keskinen, Teemu Pukki
England Team News
Wholesale changes are likely for England after the failed experiment in midweek. Cole Palmer could be the player sacrificed after struggling at Wembley, while Anthony Gordon could also be benched.
Jordan Pickford is expected to keep his place in the England goal despite looking shaky throughout the match against Greece.
Possible Lineup
Jordan Pickford (GK); Trent Alexander-Arnold, John Stones, Marc Guehi, Levi Colwill, Declan Rice, Angel Gomes, Jude Bellingham, Phil Foden, Ollie Watkins, Jack Grealish
Finland vs. England Prediction
England produced one of their worst displays in recent years on Thursday, and an immediate response will be expected in Finland.
It is hard to overlook the Three Lions in claiming victory, but it could be another far-from-convincing display by Carsley’s side.
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