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England to engage Bosnia and Iceland in friendlies in June ahead of Euro 2024

In preparation for the European Championship, England is scheduled to host friendly matches against Iceland and Bosnia & Herzegovina in June, as announced by the English FA on Monday.

The match against Bosnia & Herzegovina is set for June 3rd at St James’ Park, marking England’s first game at Newcastle United’s home ground since 2005.

Following that, the Euro 2020 finalists will play against Iceland at Wembley Stadium on June 7th. Both matches are scheduled to kick off at 7.45 p.m. local time.

Wembley will also host England’s friendlies against Brazil and Belgium on March 23rd and 26th.

“Both opponents in June are sure to provide stiff competition and play an important part in our preparation for the tournament,” England manager Gareth Southgate said in a statement.


Commencing their Euro 2024 campaign on June 16th, England finds itself in Group C alongside Slovenia, Denmark, and Serbia.

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