England’s Euro 2032 Squad Predicted: The Future Looks Bright (But Also a Little Weird)
As England prepares to take on Spain in the Euro 2024 final, fans are already looking ahead to the next tournament. But what will the Three Lions’ squad look like in eight years’ time? We used Football Manager to simulate England’s Euro 2032 squad, and the results are… interesting.
First up, the manager. According to FM, the man in charge will be none other than Mikel Arteta, currently plying his trade at Arsenal. Who knows, maybe he’ll even bring some of his current players along for the ride.
Goalkeepers
Aaron Ramsdale, who’s had a resurgence at Arsenal, is the number one goalkeeper. Behind him, we have two computer-generated players, Reece Jones and Gerry Duggan. Not exactly the most reassuring sight, but hey, it’s the future, right?
Defenders
Levi Colwill, the Chelsea youngster, starts at left-back, while Trent Alexander-Arnold is the first-choice right-back. Rico Lewis, another Man City prospect, makes the cut, as does Everton’s Jarrad Branthwaite. Trevoh Chalobah and Callum Doyle, both Chelsea players, also feature.
Midfielders
Mason Mount, who’s still going strong at 35, is a key player in the midfield. Jude Bellingham, Declan Rice, and Phil Foden are all still mainstays, while Michael Olise, who’s switched allegiance from France to England, makes his debut. Curtis Jones and Harvey Elliott, both Liverpool players, are included, but don’t get a single minute of game time.
Forwards
Bukayo Saka and Marcus Rashford are still terrorizing defenses, while Amario Cozier-Duberry, an Arsenal youngster, makes his senior debut. Shaqueel van Persie, the son of Robin van Persie, is the backup striker. Jonathan Rowe, a Norwich prospect, completes the forward line.
Results
Unfortunately, England’s Euro 2032 campaign ends in heartbreak, as they lose to France 3-2 in the final. Kylian Mbappe, Aurelien Tchouameni, and Randal Kolo Muani score for Les Bleus, while Jude Bellingham and Marcus Rashford find the net for England.
The Squad in Full
Goalkeepers: Aaron Ramsdale (Arsenal), Reece Jones (REGEN), Gerry Duggan (REGEN)
Defenders: Levi Colwill (Chelsea), Callum Doyle (Man City), Trevoh Chalobah (Chelsea), Trent Alexander-Arnold (Liverpool), Reece James (Chelsea), Marc Guehi (Crystal Palace), Rico Lewis (Manchester City), Daniel Graham (REGEN), Jarrad Branthwaite (Everton)
Midfielders: Declan Rice (Arsenal), Mason Mount (Man Utd), Jacob Ramsey (Aston Villa), Phil Foden (Man City), Michael Olise (Bayern Munich), Jude Bellingham (Real Madrid), Curtis Jones (Liverpool), Alex Scott (Bournemouth), Harvey Elliott (Liverpool)
Forwards: Bukayo Saka (Arsenal), Marcus Rashford (Manchester United), Jonathan Rowe (Norwich), Amario Cozier-Duberry (Arsenal), Shaqueel van Persie (Feyenoord)
So, what do you think of England’s predicted Euro 2032 squad? Are you excited to see some of these young players take the stage? Let us know in the comments!
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