Young Lions Watch: Aston Villa wonders set for centre-stage as England Under-19s take on Israel
Aston Villa have already been well-represented in England’s Under-19 European Championships campaign and that is set to continue on Saturday evening.
Ian Foster’s side have already secured a place in the semi-finals after impressive wins over Austria and Serbia, but face Israel in their final group match tonight (25 June).
Villa star Carney Chukwuemeka has lit up the tournament so far, grabbing two goals and two assists in England’s two earlier matches.
Aaron Ramsey has also been impressive, grabbing an assist against Serbia and being deeply unlucky not to net a brace against Austria.
Tim Iroegbunam has also started both of England’s games so far in the competition and has looked solid in midfield.
What can Villa fans expect from their Young Lions tonight?
Ramsey could be in line to return to the starting line-up against Israel after starting on the bench for the win over Serbia.
Foster could rotate the side with the semi-final place already in the bag, opening the door for Ramsey.
The former Cheltenham loanee has racked up two goals and four assists across his 10 caps for England Under-19s and will be looking to produce again tonight.
Iroegbunam was substituted after an hour against Serbia, so he could be one player who rotates out of the team.
Tottenham’s Alfie Devine replaced the Villa midfielder and could start ahead of him after starring in the opening match against Austria.
As for Chukwuemeka, he will certainly play some role against Israel after his dazzling displays earlier in the tournament.
Four of England’s six goals so far have been either scored or assisted by Chukwuemeka, with the midfielder emerging as England’s main man.
Add that to Ramsey’s assist against Serbia and all but one of England’s goals have come via an Aston Villa player.
Steven Gerrard’s players have provided the goods for England so far and fans will be excited when they return to the club next season.
In other Aston Villa news, the club have been linked with an unsurprising move for Alfredo Morelos.