Kieran Trippier makes debut in England's friendly against France

13 June 2017 19:24

Tottenham full-back Kieran Trippier was handed his England debut against France, with England making six changes for their season-ending friendly at Stade de France.

Trippier replaced club-mate Kyle Walker on the right following Saturday's 2-2 draw with Scotland, while Phil Jones returned for his first cap since playing Les Bleus at Wembley in November 2015. John Stones, Raheem Sterling, Alex Oxlade-Chamberlain and goalkeeper Tom Heaton were the other alterations.

England were expected to line up with a three-man defence with Jones alongside Gary Cahill and Stones, though manager Gareth Southgate has considered using the latter in a defensive midfield role.

Harry Kane continued as captain, while Heaton has already been told he will be replaced at half-time by Jack Butland.

France handed Monaco's highly sought after striker Kylian Mbappe just his second international start, partnering Arsenal's Olivier Giroud, while Manchester United's Paul Pogba was joined in midfield by Chelsea title-winner N'Golo Kante.

Tottenham goalkeeper Hugo Lloris retained his place, and wore the captain's armband, despite a howler that cost his side dear in a qualifier with Sweden on Friday.

Source: PA