England under-21s latest

Last updated : 14 September 2024 By Three Lions

England under-21's face a big game at home to Ukraine in October as they bid to qualify automatically for the 2025 European Championships.

The current holders of the trophy, England were held to a goalless draw in Northern Ireland during the international window with Ukraine stretching their advantage at the top of qualifying Group F to five points thanks to wins against Serbia and Northern Ireland.

Ukraine have 24 points from their eight games and are guaranteed a place in the finals in Slovakia as one of the best runners-up as a minimum.

Three spots are available for best runners-up with the six others facing a play-off.

Following the Northern Ireland game, England eased to a 4-1 friendly victory against Austria, Morgan Rogers scoring twice.

October's games against Ukraine and Azerbaijan take place at the Vitality Stadium in Bournemouth and Bristol's Ashton Gate respectively.

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