Serbia Vs England: The First Duel Since Serbia Merdeka

Phill Foden, lost 0-1 to Iceland in the last trial. (photo: x @England)

JAKARTA - Serbia will face England in the first match of Group C Euro 2024 on Sunday, June 16 or Monday morning WIB at the Arena AufSchalke Stadium, Gelsenkirchen. This is the first meeting between Serbia and England since Serbia became an independent country.

Serbia, with players like Aleksander Mitroviatur and DuBajan Tadiman quite experienced in the Premier League, will be a challenge for Gareth Southgate's side. Keep in mind, Serbia scored a third of their 15 qualifying goals through a header, pointing to their lead in aerial duels.

On the other hand, England, which is runner-up at Euro 2020, has an impressive track record of losing just once in their last 18 games in a major tournament, winning 10 times and seven draws. High hopes for the Three Lions, especially with the presence of star players like Harry Kane, Jude Bellingham, and Phil Foden.

Declan Rice insists that Britain should not seek excuses at Euro 2024, as the Three Lions pursue their first European Championship title. Gareth Southgate's side are considered favorites to win this competition with France, while Germany and Portugal are also expected to be the main challengers for the trophy.

"We know what we have to do to win. We have no reason. The European Cup is the only thing that can really help me overcome the pain. Seeing Italy lift the trophy in front of us last time: that feeling is still in our stomach. We want to get it now," Rice told the London Evening Standard.

Rice, who has just had an incredible first season at Arsenal, will become a vital player for his country this summer, and the former Chelsea young is optimistic about his team's chances of success.

England hopes to rest on Jude Bellingham, who has just finished his dream debut season at Real Madrid after winning the Spanish League and Champions League titles.

Sementara striker Serbia, Aleksandar Mitrovi Badminton, baru saja menyelesaikan musim pertama yang luar biasa di Arab Saudi bersama Al-Hilal, di mana ia memenangkan liga dan piala mengalahkan Al-Nassr yang diperkuat Cristiano Ronaldo untuk gelar tersebut.

There are concerns about potential violence among fans. Police have considered this match "high risk," and beer sales at the stadium will be limited to low-alcohol beer.

Lions entered this match with full question marks after losing 1-0 to Iceland at Wembley Stadium. They have even won one win in their last five games in all competitions.

It made Serbia confident enough. "The last game of friendship they showed us that nothing is unbeaten. We watched the game against Iceland, and there must be something to learn from them because they have beaten England at Wembley in front of 80,000 people. Everything is possible," said Dragan Stojkovi

But Southgate was not affected by the psychedvaer. "I am a better manager than six months ago and a year ago, but time will determine whether it will translate into a result. We are here to win what we know is a complicated journey and the first goal is to qualify," he said.

With the strengths possessed by both teams, this match is predicted to be fierce. Can Serbia take advantage of their advantages in aerial duels, or will England show their strength with sharp attacks from their star players? Watch directly to find out the answer.

Serbia: V Milinkovi

England: Pickford; Walker, Stones, Guehi, Trippier; Alexander-Arnold, Rice; Saka, Bellingham, Foden; Kane

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