England Set to Dominate Andorra: Team Lineups and Bold Match Predictions Revealed

England resume their 2026 FIFA World Cup qualifying journey on Saturday as they host Andorra at Villa Park.

Due to Coldplay's Wembley Stadium performance this weekend, England must relocate to Birmingham to face FIFA's 174th-ranked nation, with Thomas Tuchel seeking a more convincing display than what he observed in the previous encounter last June.

England managed only a lackluster 1–0 win against the underdogs and rightfully received criticism for their disappointing showing, made worse by their loss to Senegal in a friendly match days afterward.

The Three Lions have secured victories in all three qualifying fixtures within an uncomplicated group but have yet to deliver truly compelling performances under Tuchel's leadership. They might demonstrate greater creativity against Andorra, who have suffered defeats in all four Group K matches without finding the net.

Here's Sports Illustrated's preview of the encounter.

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England Team News

England face the absence of several crucial players due to injury, including Bukayo Saka, Cole Palmer, Jude Bellingham and Levi Colwill. While this quartet may not be sorely missed against Andorra on Saturday, their absence will be significant when the Three Lions travel to Serbia on Tuesday night.

Trent Alexander-Arnold's exclusion from the squad comes as a shock following his challenging beginning at Real Madrid, with Tuchel opting to call up Tottenham's Djed Spence for his maiden selection after impressive performances in north London.

Nottingham Forest midfielder Elliot Anderson has also earned recognition for his consistent displays and might earn his England senior debut in some role against Andorra.

Harry Kane and Marcus Rashford represent the only squad members currently competing outside the Premier League, with the latter having moved to Barcelona on loan during the summer.

Adam Wharton was compelled to withdraw from the squad due to injury and has been substituted by Milan's Ruben Loftus-Cheek, while Jarell Quansah also received a late selection.

England Predicted Lineup vs. Andorra

England predicted lineup vs. Andorra (4-2-3-1): Pickford; Livramento, Konsa, Burn, Spence; Henderson, Rice; Bowen, Rogers, Gordon; Kane.

Andorra Team News

Andorra are expected to maintain a similar lineup to the team that conceded just one goal against England in June, featuring the same defensive quintet and goalkeeper—keeper Iker Álvarez produced nine saves and prevented 1.95 goals in that encounter three months prior.

Experienced midfielder Marc Vales may return to the center of the field, with 43-year-old captain Marc Pujol also included in the September selection. Ricard Fernández will be charged with attempting to trouble England's defense and net Andorra's first competitive goal since June 2023.

Andorra Predicted Lineup vs. England

Andorra predicted lineup vs. England (5-4-1): Álvarez; Borra, Llovera, C. García, Olivera, San Nicolás; Martínez, M. Vales, Rebés, Cervós; R. Fernández.

England vs. Andorra Score Prediction

England struggled against Andorra in June but should secure a more decisive triumph at Villa Park on Saturday. Although Tuchel is expected to rotate his squad and provide fringe players with opportunities, he possesses sufficient quality and depth to overcome Andorra comfortably.

The expectation will be for England to display greater attacking fluidity, and while they have sustained injuries in attacking positions, the incoming players will be eager to impress Tuchel.

Success is certain, but can England captivate fans in the process? That question remains unanswered.

Prediction: England 3–0 Andorra