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Stuart Jamieson

England vs Czech Republic: What channel is it on, when it kick-off and what's the predictions

Gareth Southgate sends his England side out to face the Czech Republic tonight knowing that they have already qualified for the final 16 of Euro2020.

England go into the game with four points in the bag, meaning they will definitely be at least one of the four best third-placed sides from the group stages, guaranteeing them a place in the knockout stages regardless of tonight's result.

However, a win would add give some momentum back to the side after the goalless draw with Scotland last Friday, although it would also mean a potentially harder tie in the second round.

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Mason Mount and Ben Chilwell are unavailable, having to isolate following Scotland's Billy Gilmour positive Covid test, while Harry Maguire could make his first appearances of the tournament following a return from injury.

Here's all you need to know.

What time does England vs Czech Republic kick off?

The game gets under way at 8pm tonight. At the same time, Scotland will take on Croatia at Hampden Park, All final group matches kick off at the same time to avoid any side having an unfair advantage.

What channel is England vs Czech Republic on?

The game will be shown live on ITV1 and ITV2. As the Scotland match is being shown live on STV/ITV1 north of the border, the game will be televised on both channels to allow England fans in Scotland to watch.

The Scotland vs Croatia match will be on ITV4 for viewers in England wishing to concentrate on events at Hampden Park.

What is the predicted England line-up?

Many pundits have called for Harry Kane to be rested, but with Mason Mount ruled out, Southgate will have to make at least one change.

Jadon Sancho is rumoured to start, with the Borussia Dortmund star yet to feature for England, while Harry Maguire could be included.

Jack Grealish is also pushing for a place in the starting line-up after coming on as a second-half substitute against Scotland.

Predicted England XI: Pickford, Walker, Mings, Stones, Shaw, Rice, Phillips, Grealish, Foden, Sancho, Kane.

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