England reporter notebook: North Macedonia test will set the tone for team ahead of Euro 2024 | Football News

England is set to be in Pot 1 of the top seeds for the Euro 2024 draw, but manager Gareth Southgate still has some critical areas to address ahead of their final group game against North Macedonia. Southgate has stressed the importance of “performance levels” following a lacklustre 2-0 victory over Malta at Wembley. The team is seeking an impressive result and performance to close out the qualifying campaign on a high note. The England manager is keen to avoid a repeat of the poor performances leading into the previous World Cup. The upcoming game against North Macedonia will serve as a crucial test for England, as they will face tough friendlies against Brazil and Belgium leading up to the tournament. Southgate also has pressing questions to answer regarding the team’s options at left-back, with several players sidelined due to injury. The manager is also looking to solidify a backup plan for midfield in case key player Jude Bellingham is unable to play. Despite being considered a dead rubber, the game against North Macedonia holds significant importance for Southgate’s future planning.

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