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Can England beat Spain – and how? Ask our chief football writer your Euro 2024 questions ahead of the final

Is now the time for Ollie Watkins and Cole Palmer to start? Can Southgate go ahead without skipper Harry Kane? Miguel Delaney is here to chat tactics and answer your questions

Monday 22 July 2024 04:50 EDT
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Ezri Konsa, Jude Bellingham and Ollie Watkins of England celebrate
Ezri Konsa, Jude Bellingham and Ollie Watkins of England celebrate (The FA via Getty Images)

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England will face Spain in the Euro 2024 final on Sunday as the Three Lions aim to end their more than half-century-long wait for a major trophy.

Gareth Southgate’s squad has experienced a rollercoaster ride in Germany this summer, stumbling through the group stage with two lacklustre draws.

A dramatic overhead kick by Jude Bellingham in the final moments of the round of 16 saved them from a disappointing exit.

Since then, England has found their rhythm, with an improved performance that saw them edge past Switzerland on penalties, followed by another step up to defeat the Netherlands on Wednesday.

Ollie Watkins’ superb last-minute strike secured a 2-1 victory, propelling England into the final – but are they able to step up again to win the tournament?

Miguel has plenty of experience following England at major tournaments. He will be able to give you the inside track on the team preparations for the final, as well as his views on the mood in the camp and the main talking points surrounding the Three Lions’ upcoming clash against Spain.

Is now the time for Watkins and Cole Palmer to start? Can Southgate go ahead without skipper Harry Kane?

And how will the Three Lions deal with the threat from wonderkid Lamine Yamal, Dani Olmo and Nico Williams?

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