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England line-up and team news: Hudson-Odoi and Rice set for first senior starts in Montenegro

Southgate likely to stick with youthful XI with Sancho and Dier replaced after the 5-0 thumping of Czech Republic

CALLUM HUDSON-ODOI and Declan Rice are set to make their first senior starts for England in Montenegro tonight.

Gareth Southgate likely to stick with a youthful XI - with Jadon Sancho and Eric Dier to be replaced after Friday's thumping of Czech Republic.

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Rice and Hudson-Odoi are set to make their first England starts

Dier misses out with a muscle injury, with Hudson-Odoi set to be trialled in Sancho's place for the Euro 2020 qualifier.

Meanwhile, Jordan Henderson is set to earn his 50th Three Lions cap alongside Ross Barkley and Rice in midfield.

Jordan Pickford is set to retain his spot between the sticks, with Southgate making changes in the full-back slots.

Kieran Trippier and Danny Rose could come in for Kyle Walker and Ben Chilwell in a fresher-looking XI.

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DISCIPLINE IS KEY

However, Manchester City star Walker is the only player in the current squad to have played in Montenegro.

In an atmosphere expected to be hostile, Southgate could yet stick with him at right-back for some much-needed poise and experience.

Ahead of the game, the England boss demanded discipline from his team in what will be a tougher test than the Wembley stroll.

Southgate said: "I know the passion the supporters have for their country and of course that gives a huge lift to their own team.

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"We have to make sure our discipline is right and we focus on what we can affect.

"We are guests here, so we will be very respectful about how we speak about the opposition.

"Our players have to be prepared for hostile environments, whether it is in England for their clubs or travelling around the world."

Hudson-Odoi and Rice are tipped to make their first senior startsCredit: Getty
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