England vs Iceland Euro 2016 preview: What time does it start, where can I watch it live?
A look ahead to Monday's last 16 match
It’s a big game for…
Harry Kane:
After being dropped against Slovakia, Kane is expected to regain his place for the game against tournament surprise, Iceland. On paper it looks like a good chance for Kane to play himself into form. However, Iceland will almost certainly employ the same stifling tactics that England encountered in the group stages, which left Kane looking isolated. Roy Hodgson has shown great faith in the Spurs star, but failure to deliver here will surely spell the end his starting place should England progress.
Best stat…
Aside from a 2012 friendly, England’s only other meeting with Iceland came in 1982 in a World Cup warm-up match. England could only manage a 1-1 draw, with a goal from Paul Goddard.
Player to watch…
Adam Lallana
Football can be a cruel game. Had England converted just one of their many chances against Slovakia, several players would have come out with great credit. Along with Nathaniel Clyne, Lallana falls into that category.
The Liverpool player combined craft with industry in a fine display, and was unfortunate to be hauled off. Many questioned his inclusion in the squad, let alone the team. He is now fast becoming a key part of Hodgson’s plans.
Premier League interest…
England: All 23 players in the squad are Premier League based
Iceland (1): Gylfi Sigurðsson
Past meetings…
England 6 (Lampard, Rooney x 2, Vassell x 2, Bridge) Iceland 1 (Helguson) Friendly, 2004
Their only other meeting, a 1-1 draw, was a friendly in 1982
Who will the winners face next…
The victors will play France or the Republic of Ireland in the quarter-final
Vital information…
Date: Monday 27th June
KICK-OFF TIME: 8pm
TV: Live on ITV
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