Solanke named in England squad

Dominic Solanke has been called up to the England squad for the first time since 2017.

The in-form striker, a summer signing from AFC Bournemouth, has been named in interim Three Lions boss Lee Carsley’s squad for this month’s UEFA Nations League matches at home to Greece and away to Finland.

It’s the first time Dom has been involved with England since winning his one and only cap to date, a substitute appearance in a goalless draw with Brazil at Wembley almost seven years ago, in November, 2017.

Having scored in each of our last three games in all competitions, the centre-forward will be hoping to continue his fine form heading into the latest international window.

If he features against Greece (Thursday 10 October, 7.45pm UK) or Finland (Sunday 13 October, 5pm UK), it will be the longest gap between England appearances for any player since our former goalkeeper Ian Walker (February, 1997 to June, 2004).

Congratulations, Dom!

Watch | Driving home with... Dominic Solanke