Kieran Trippier has confirmed that he is fit and ready for the upcoming Euros final on Sunday. On the other hand, Luke Shaw is struggling with match fitness due to a lengthy injury lay-off, while Trippier has been nursing a calf issue throughout the tournament and also sustained a groin injury during the recent game against Holland.
England manager Gareth Southgate has stated that no scans have been conducted yet, and they are hopeful that both players will be fit for the final. However, he emphasized that more will be known about their condition after Saturday’s training session.
Feeling the pressure, Southgate has openly admitted that he will be nervous ahead of the final, highlighting the significance of the match for England given their previous disappointment in the last Euros. He expressed that managing nerves and generating focus and motivation is crucial, drawing on his experience of managing important games over the past few years.
Southgate also revealed that he has had very little sleep this week and has been fully focused on preparing the team for the final. The fast-paced schedule has kept the team busy with reviewing previous games, analyzing tactics, and ensuring the players are adequately trained and prepared for the upcoming match.