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Republic of Ireland v England: Kick-off time, TV details, match info

Heimir Hallgrimsson’s debut as Ireland manager couldn’t be much tougher than it will be against Lee Carsley’s England

Evan Ferguson hopes to revive his international career
Evan Ferguson hopes to revive his international career (Niall Carson/PA)

IRELAND and England reignite their rivalry once more as the Three Lions travel to Dublin in the Boys in Green’s first fixture of this UEFA Nations League campaign.

This game has been hyped up for many reasons, such as Declan Rice and Jack Grealish’s return to Dublin after changing allegiances and Heimir Hallgrimsson and Lee Carsley’s first game in charge of their respective sides.

What time is kick-off for Ireland v England on Saturday and where is the stadium where will the game be played?

Ireland’s clash with England will kick off at 5pm with the game taking place at the Aviva Stadium in Dublin.

What is the latest team news and line ups for the Republic of Ireland vs England match?

New Ireland boss Heimir Hallgrimsson reported no new injury worries for what is the Republic of Ireland’s first game since 11 June.

The only debutant in Hallgrimsson’s squad is Leicester winger Kasey McAteer.

Jude Bellingham was already ruled out of this Nations League opener with an injury.

Lee Carsley is coaching England’s senior side on an interim basis
Lee Carsley is coaching England’s senior side on an interim basis (Brian lawless/PA)

However, since new England boss Lee Carsley named his 26-man squad for this game and next Tuesday’s match against Finland at Wembley, three players have been forced to withdraw due to illness or injury.

They are Cole Palmer, Phil Foden and European Championship semi-final hero Ollie Watkins.

Newcastle defender Tino Livramento, Nottingham Forest midfielder Morgan Gibbs-White, Lille’s Angel Gomes and Noni Madueke of Chelsea could all make their international debuts against Hallgrimsson’s men.

Where can I watch the Republic of Ireland v England game on TV for me?

The game will be shown on ITV1 for the northern audience or RTÉ2 for those in the south, with build-up starting from 4pm on both sides.