Find out about England Three Lions vs Serbia: date, kick off time, lineups, referee and venue
The Three Lions have already secured their place in next year's FIFA World Cup but an ambitious Serbia will hope to cause an upset at Wembley in midweek.
Date and kick-off time
Thursday, 13 November 2025, 19:45 GMT at Wembley.
Venue: Wembley Stadium (London).
Match preview
The Three have nothing to fight for in the game against Serbia after securing their slot in the previous international window. However, head coach of the side Thomas Tuchel, is not taking chances and wants to finish the qualifying series strongly.
England heads into the game with some of the most in form players across Europe including Harry Kane, Declan Rice, John Stones, Eberechi Eze, and Anthony Gordon. This squad gives the team depth and quality. The coach will also use the game to assess his team ahead of the tournament next year.
Serbia on the other hand has been consistent especially with the presence of household names like Aleksandar Mitrović and Dušan Vlahović. Dušan Tadić and Filip Kostić are also bringing quality to the team.
Head to head
The recent competitive meetings between the two sides have gone in favour of England.
Predicted lineups
England predicted XI
Jordan Pickford
Everton legend and England number Jordan Pickfords is expected to start in goal. The ball distributor is known to be a reliable shot-stopper and commands set-pieces.
John Stones
John Stones would most likely start the game. The Man city man brings the combination of defense and slight offensive duties. He is known for reading counters and delays transitions intelligently.
Ezri Konsa
The Aston villa star brings cover to the defensen and is successful in one-v-one duels.
Dan Burn
The Newcastle star is known for his aerial dominance in the full-back position. He has been applauded for his wide defensive work.
Marc Guéhi
Marc Guéhi is another player in the team. He is a composed passer of the ball known for making forward runs and makes important presses
Declan Rice
Declan Rice is one of the pivot England’s midfield today. He is known for his possession based tactics, and is good at breaking lines with progressive passes.
Jordan Henderson
Jordan Henderson is one of the most experienced players in the English team. He is known for his tempo control as well as leadership.
Bukayo Saka
Bukayo Saka is one of the key players in the wings.
Eberechi Eze
Eberechi Eze is a ball-carrying threat between lines.
Anthony Gordon
Anthony Gordon is an aggressive runner beyond the ball.
Harry Kane
Harry Kane is England's number striker. Known for his finishing, creativity and set pieces
Serbia predicted XI
Predrag Rajković
Predrag Rajković is expected to be the starting goalkeeper for the Serbian team. The shot-stopper comes with his strong reflexes and ability to distribute wide to spring counters.
Stefan Mitrović
Stefan Mitrović is a physical defender known for his aerial balls.
Nikola Milenković
He is a dominant player especially in the air and one of the key names in the English top flight.
Strahinja Pavlović
While bringing balance to the team, he also links up with the midfield and carries the ball forward.
Filip Kostić
Filip Kostić is a crosser known for stretching the width and targets the attacking players upfront
Nemanja Gudelj
Nemanja Gudelj is the next player on the list. He is known for his possession and holds up play in the midfield.
Sergej Milinković-Savić
He is a player who runs beyond the striker and launches transitions
Andrija Živković
Andrija Živković is known for driving low crosses across the six-yard box.
Dušan Tadić
Dušan Tadić threads passes to runners.
Aleksandar Mitrović
Is one of the main players in the centre forward position.
Dušan Vlahović
Dušan Vlahović is known for his impressive finishing abilities.
Form guide
England Form Guide: Win, Win, Win, Win, Win, Win, Win, Win.
Players to watch
Harry Kane (England)
Harry Kane is the top player for England and one of top scorers in the qualifying series.
Aleksandar Mitrović (Serbia)
Aleksandar Mitrović is the primary forward for Serbia.