The top two teams of Group C of the 2024 Euro qualifiers - England and Italy – will clash with both sides aiming to finish top of the standings. England with four wins and a draw are first with 13 points while Italy are three points shy of their arch rivals. Ukraine held England to a draw in their last game and the dropped points hurt Gareth Southgate’s men as they have had a largely unblemished campaign so far. They have also played two international friendlies since that match and have won it comfortably showing good confidence in the squad. Italy has defeated Ukraine and Matla, both of which in the qualifiers and this has helped them make a come back in their march to the main event. England versus Italy will be streamed on the Sony Liv app from 12:15 AM IST. UEFA Euro 2024 Qualifiers: Marcel Sabitzer’s Penalty Sends Austria to European Championship in Day Overshadowed by Brussels Shooting.

Bukayo Saka will not be part of the matchday squad for England as he is out with a hamstring injury. Phil Foden is likely to be his replacement on the right wing with Marcus Rashford on the other flank. Both Harry Kane and Jude Bellingham are in terrific goal scoring form and Italy will be wary of their threat in the attacking third. Declan Rice will be play the role of the sweeper and is likely to drop deep.

Sandro Tonali and Nicolo Zaniolo are under investigation for gambling and not part of the squad. Federico Chiesa, Ivan Provedel and Mattia Zaccagni are out injured leaving Italy devoid of some impact players. Moises Kean will be instrumental with his pace and eye for goal while Giacomo Raspadori and Domenico Berardi complete the attacking triad for the visitors.

When Is England vs Italy, UEFA Euro 2024 Qualifiers Match? Know Date, Time and Venue?

The England vs Italy, UEFA Euro 2024 Qualifiers match will be played at the Wembley Stadium, London, England on October 18, 2023 (Wednesday). The Group C match will start at 12:15 am IST (Indian Standard Time). UEFA Euro 2024 Qualifiers: Sweden Players Take Overnight Flight Home, Start Returning to Clubs After Shooting in Belgium.

Which TV Channels in India Will Telecast England vs Italy, UEFA Euro 2024 Qualifiers Match, LIVE?

Fans in India can catch the live action of the England vs Italy, UEFA Euro 2024 Qualifiers Match on Sony Sports channels. Sony Pictures Sports Network is the official broadcaster for UEFA Euro 2024 Qualifiers in India. Fans can tune into Sony Sports Ten 5 for live telecast of this match.

Is England vs Italy, UEFA Euro 2024 Qualifiers Match, Live Online Streaming Available?

Fans can also follow the England vs Italy, UEFA Euro 2024 Qualifiers match on online platforms. SonyLiv, the OTT of Sony Network, will be live streaming the game for its fans in India. Jio users can tune into JioTV to watch the free live streaming of the football match. England at home should dominate the contest and it will be a surprise if they do not secure all three points.

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