Rico Lewis joins England squad ahead of Czech Republic clash

Rico Lewis has received a boost in his international career as England's coaching staff have promoted him to the senior national team ahead of the Czech Republic clash on Tuesday at Wembley Stadium, as part of the UEFA Nations League.

A Manchester City player has joined the senior national team after coming from the England U21 team, having contributed with coach Lee Carsley's squad to secure qualification for the UEFA European Under-21 Championship 2027.

Rico Lewis has been called up to the England squad as they seek to bolster their options at full-back, giving the 21-year-old a new opportunity to prove himself with the senior national team.

Rico Lewis is considered one of the standout talents to emerge from the Manchester City academy, and he is distinguished by his ability to play in multiple positions, which adds extra value to the options available to the coaching staff of the England national team.