England have named their squad for the upcoming friendlies against Brazil and Belgium as they prepare for the Euro 2024. The announcement made on Thursday (Mar 14) saw little surprises but saw the return of Joe Gomez after three years in the England squad. Manager Gareth Southgate named the 25-man squad which consists of players from four leagues in Europe. Southgate also revealed that Ben White was not included in the squad having asked to stay at Arsenal.

<h2>Gomez&nbsp;returns after three years</h2>

One of the consistent performers in the Liverpool squad, Southgate had a decision to make when White opted to withdraw. Gomez, who has been in the Starting XI in recent times owing to several players either being injured or suspended at Liverpool, attracted the attention of England's manager which saw him lift the League Cup glory. He last played for England in October 2020 when the Three Lions beat Wales 3-0 in an all-British affair.

<h2>Ben White to sit out</h2>

Reflecting on Ben White’s reluctance to join the squad, Southgate was unclear on the reason why he opted to stay away. However, according to reports, White is unhappy and has fallen out with assistant coach Steve Holland.

"I spoke to him post-Qatar and there was reticence from his side. I don't know why that is. There is no issue between us at all and there's also no issue with Steve, which has been mentioned in articles and I don't like that," said Southgate.

"I have to accept things are false about me, but I'm not prepared for that to happen to my coaching team. That is not the reason Ben is not with us,” added the English gaffer.

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Goalkeepers: Sam Johnstone (Crystal Palace), Jordan Pickford (Everton), Aaron Ramsdale (Arsenal).

Defenders: Jarrad Branthwaite (Everton), Ben Chilwell (Chelsea), Lewis Dunk (Brighton), Joe Gomez (Liverpool), Ezri Konsa (Aston Villa), Harry Maguire (Manchester United), John Stones (Manchester City), Kyle Walker (Manchester City).

Midfielders: Jude Bellingham (Real Madrid), Conor Gallagher (Chelsea), Jordan Henderson (Ajax), James Maddison (Tottenham), Declan Rice (Arsenal).

Forwards: Jarrod Bowen (West Ham), Phil Foden (Manchester City), Anthony Gordon (Newcastle United), Harry Kane (Bayern Munich), Cole Palmer (Chelsea), Marcus Rashford (Manchester United), Bukayo Saka (Arsenal), Ivan Toney (Brentford), Ollie Watkins (Aston Villa).

England have named their squad for the upcoming friendlies against Brazil and Belgium as they prepare for the Euro 2024. The announcement made on Thursday (Mar 14) saw little surprises but saw the return of Joe Gomez after three years in the England squad.

England have named their squad for the upcoming friendlies against Brazil and Belgium as they prepare for the Euro 2024. The announcement made on Thursday (Mar 14) saw little surprises but saw the return of Joe Gomez after three years in the England squad. Manager Gareth Southgate named the 25-man squad which consists of players from four leagues in Europe. Southgate also revealed that Ben White was not included in the squad having asked to stay at Arsenal. Gomez returns after three years One of the consistent performers in the Liverpool squad, Southgate had a decision to make when White opted to withdraw. Gomez, who has been in the Starting XI in recent times owing to several players either being injured or suspended at Liverpool, attracted the attention of England's manager which saw him lift the League Cup glory. He last played for England in October 2020 when the Three Lions beat Wales 3-0 in an all-British affair. Ben White to sit out Reflecting on Ben White’s reluctance to join the squad, Southgate was unclear on the reason why he opted to stay away. However, according to reports, White is unhappy and has fallen out with assistant coach Steve Holland. "I spoke to him post-Qatar and there was reticence from his side. I don't know why that is. There is no issue between us at all and there's also no issue with Steve, which has been mentioned in articles and I don't like that," said Southgate. "I have to accept things are false about me, but I'm not prepared for that to happen to my coaching team. That is not the reason Ben is not with us,” added the English gaffer. ALSO READ | IPL 2024: Rishabh Pant sprints during training session as star batter prepares for return with DC - Watch Goalkeepers: Sam Johnstone (Crystal Palace), Jordan Pickford (Everton), Aaron Ramsdale (Arsenal). Defenders: Jarrad Branthwaite (Everton), Ben Chilwell (Chelsea), Lewis Dunk (Brighton), Joe Gomez (Liverpool), Ezri Konsa (Aston Villa), Harry Maguire (Manchester United), John Stones (Manchester City), Kyle Walker (Manchester City). Midfielders: Jude Bellingham (Real Madrid), Conor Gallagher (Chelsea), Jordan Henderson (Ajax), James Maddison (Tottenham), Declan Rice (Arsenal). Forwards: Jarrod Bowen (West Ham), Phil Foden (Manchester City), Anthony Gordon (Newcastle United), Harry Kane (Bayern Munich), Cole Palmer (Chelsea), Marcus Rashford (Manchester United), Bukayo Saka (Arsenal), Ivan Toney (Brentford), Ollie Watkins (Aston Villa).

Liverpool defender Joe Gomez returns to England squad after three years; Ben White asks to be left out

Liverpool defender Joe Gomez has suffered a serious knee injury during a training session with England national team as the youngster twisted his knee. Liverpool, who are already facing headaches due to injuries to a few key players, are hopeful that Gomez will be able to play some football again before the end of the ongoing 2020-21 season.

Final plans for Gomez’s treatment and recovery are yet to be finalised after he twisted his knee during training – when no one was around him.

After being assessed by specialist doctors on Wednesday, Gomez was given some hope when he was told that his season is not entirely over.&nbsp;

It is still a massive blow to Jurgen Klopp and Liverpool, who have already lost Virgil Van Dijk after a knee injury, and are without the likes of Fabinho, Trent Alexander-Arnold and Thiago.

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When asked about Gomez at his news conference on Wednesday evening, England manager Gareth Southgate said: "My immediate thoughts are with him because he's had some difficulties with injuries in the past.

"So we are praying it's not going to be a long-term one. But we just have to see."

Whereas Jamie Redknapp told the Pitch to Post podcast:

"I'm choked for Joe Gomez if it is a bad injury. He's a young man who has already had knee injuries and come back brilliantly. I'm a big fan of his, he seems like a really good, down to earth player.

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"I remember seeing him many years ago playing for Charlton in the FA Youth Cup and thinking 'this is a star of the future' and he's certainly proved that at Liverpool. I just hope it's not going to be anything too serious.

Liverpool will be back in action on November 21 as they host Leicester City in Premier League 2020-21 season following the international break.

Liverpool defender Joe Gomez has suffered a serious knee injury during a training session with England national team as the youngster twisted his knee. Liverpool, who are already facing headaches due to injuries to a few key players, are hopeful that Gomez will be able to play some football again before the end of the ongoing 2020-21 season.

Liverpool defender Joe Gomez has suffered a serious knee injury during a training session with England national team as the youngster twisted his knee. Liverpool, who are already facing headaches due to injuries to a few key players, are hopeful that Gomez will be able to play some football again before the end of the ongoing 2020-21 season. Final plans for Gomez’s treatment and recovery are yet to be finalised after he twisted his knee during training – when no one was around him. After being assessed by specialist doctors on Wednesday, Gomez was given some hope when he was told that his season is not entirely over. It is still a massive blow to Jurgen Klopp and Liverpool, who have already lost Virgil Van Dijk after a knee injury, and are without the likes of Fabinho, Trent Alexander-Arnold and Thiago. ALSO READ: Finland ruin Thuram's France bow, Ronaldo inches towards international goals record When asked about Gomez at his news conference on Wednesday evening, England manager Gareth Southgate said: "My immediate thoughts are with him because he's had some difficulties with injuries in the past. "So we are praying it's not going to be a long-term one. But we just have to see." Whereas Jamie Redknapp told the Pitch to Post podcast: "I'm choked for Joe Gomez if it is a bad injury. He's a young man who has already had knee injuries and come back brilliantly. I'm a big fan of his, he seems like a really good, down to earth player. ALSO READ: Toni Kroos: Footballers are just 'puppets' for UEFA and FIFA "I remember seeing him many years ago playing for Charlton in the FA Youth Cup and thinking 'this is a star of the future' and he's certainly proved that at Liverpool. I just hope it's not going to be anything too serious. Liverpool will be back in action on November 21 as they host Leicester City in Premier League 2020-21 season following the international break.

Liverpool's injury worry grows as Joe Gomez suffers serious knee injury

England's Raheem Sterling has conceded that emotions got the better of him in a bust-up with teammate Joe Gomez at the national training camp but said he was ready to move on after being dropped by the Football Association.

The Daily Mail reported that Manchester City winger Sterling had clashed with Liverpool's Gomez after the England team got together at their Burton on Trent training centre on Monday -less than 24 hours after City<a href="https://www.wionews.com/sports/liverpool-masterclass-leaves-manchester-city-in-tatters-261238"> lost 3-1 at Liverpool</a>.

"Both Joe and I have had words and figured things out and moved on. We are in a sport where emotions run high and I am man enough to admit when emotions got the better of me.

"...This is why we play this sport because of our love for it - me and @joegomez5 are good we both understand it was a 5-10 second thing... it's done, we move forward and not make this bigger than it is.

"Let's get focus on our game on Thursday," Sterling said on his Instagram account.

The FA has decided to drop Sterling from Thursday's EURO 2020 qualifier against Montenegro as a result of a "disturbance" in a private team area.&nbsp;

Sterling, who has scored 12 goals in 55 England appearances, has been one of the first-team regulars under manager Gareth Southgate and scored twice in the recent 6-0 win to Bulgaria.

Last season, he was named Footballer of the Year by the Football Writers' Association after scoring 25 goals in all competitions as City won a domestic treble of the Premier League title, League Cup and FA Cup.

England's Raheem Sterling has conceded that emotions got the better of him in a bust-up with teammate Joe Gomez at the national training camp but said he was ready to move on after being dropped by the Football Association.

England's Raheem Sterling has conceded that emotions got the better of him in a bust-up with teammate Joe Gomez at the national training camp but said he was ready to move on after being dropped by the Football Association. The Daily Mail reported that Manchester City winger Sterling had clashed with Liverpool's Gomez after the England team got together at their Burton on Trent training centre on Monday -less than 24 hours after City lost 3-1 at Liverpool. "Both Joe and I have had words and figured things out and moved on. We are in a sport where emotions run high and I am man enough to admit when emotions got the better of me. "...This is why we play this sport because of our love for it - me and @joegomez5 are good we both understand it was a 5-10 second thing... it's done, we move forward and not make this bigger than it is. "Let's get focus on our game on Thursday," Sterling said on his Instagram account. The FA has decided to drop Sterling from Thursday's EURO 2020 qualifier against Montenegro as a result of a "disturbance" in a private team area. Sterling, who has scored 12 goals in 55 England appearances, has been one of the first-team regulars under manager Gareth Southgate and scored twice in the recent 6-0 win to Bulgaria. Last season, he was named Footballer of the Year by the Football Writers' Association after scoring 25 goals in all competitions as City won a domestic treble of the Premier League title, League Cup and FA Cup.

Football: 'We figured things out': England's Sterling draws line under Gomez clash

Raheem Sterling struck twice as England defeated Spain 3-2 in the UEFA Nations League on Monday. It was England's first victory on Spanish soil in the last 31 years.

Raheem Sterling struck twice as England defeated Spain 3-2 in the UEFA Nations League on Monday. It was England's first victory on Spanish soil in the last 31 years. Roughly 2,500 England supporters were among the more than 50,000 people in the stands at Seville's Benito Villamarin stadium to see the Three Lions deliver their best performance so far in the inaugural edition of the tournament. While the players couldn't wait to revel on social media after their terrific win, here is how they reacted: Captain Harry Kane posted a picture of himself on Instagram celebrating with teammates above the caption: "Big performance from the boys. Good pressing, clinical in front of goal and dug in." View this post on Instagram Big performance from the boys. Good pressing, clinical in front of goal and dug in. 👌 #ThreeLions #England 🦁🦁🦁 A post shared by Harry Kane (@harrykane) on Oct 15, 2018 at 2:14pm PDT × Kane's Tottenham Hotspur team-mate Kieran Trippier, who also played, opted for a photograph of himself with man of the match Raheem Sterling, scorer of two of England's goals. "That was a huge performance and a memorable night @England," Trippier wrote along with three lion emojis. View this post on Instagram That was a huge performance and a memorable night @England 🦁🦁🦁 A post shared by Kieran Trippier (@ktrippier2) on Oct 15, 2018 at 2:35pm PDT × Manchester City forward Sterling, whose opening goal was his first for England in three years, posted pictures of himself celebrating his two strikes which came either side of a goal from Marcus Rashford. "What an away team performance, against a very good Spain team... +3points !!," the 23-year-old wrote, which was quickly liked by Kane, Trippier and fellow starter Harry Winks. View this post on Instagram What an away team performance, against a very good Spain team 🦁🦁🦁 +3points !! A post shared by Raheem Sterling x 😇 (@sterling7) on Oct 15, 2018 at 2:41pm PDT × View this post on Instagram A post shared by Raheem Sterling x 😇 (@sterling7) on Oct 16, 2018 at 4:47am PDT × Rashford, who was set up for his goal by his captain, wrote underneath a picture of the frontline pair: "Link up like we've been working on in training @harrykane, great assist #threelions." View this post on Instagram Link up we’ve been working on in training @harrykane, great assist 🙌🏾 #ThreeLions A post shared by Marcus Rashford (@marcusrashford) on Oct 16, 2018 at 2:29am PDT × Liverpool defender Joe Gomez, after just his second start for the national team, paid tribute to the fans who made the trip to the Estadio Benito Villamarin and endured a nervy climax as Spain laid siege to England's goal in the dying minutes. View this post on Instagram Great win tonight away against a top team... thanks for all the support kept us going till the very end 🦁🦁🦁 A post shared by Joe Gomez (@joegomez5) on Oct 15, 2018 at 4:03pm PDT × "Great win tonight away against a top team... thanks for all the support kept us going till the very end," he wrote with a picture of the team lined up before the match. Aside from being a milestone win against one of the world's top teams, the victory also turns around England's fortunes in Group 4 of League A and gives them a chance of reaching the Nations League Finals next year. Spain still lead the group with six points after three games, while Gareth Southgate's side are second on four, leaving Croatia bottom with one point although the World Cup runners-up have a game in hand.

In pics: Here is how Harry Kane, Kieran Trippier, Marcus Rashford, Raheem Sterling react after England's victory over Spain

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In pics: Here is how Harry Kane, Kieran Trippier, Marcus Rashford, Raheem Sterling react after England's victory over Spain