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England MU17s will play Denmark and Czech Republic on home soil in November

Wednesday 30 Oct 2019
The MU17s won the Syrenka Cup earlier this season and will now play two home games in October

England MU17s will play two home fixtures in November against Denmark and Czech Republic.

The Young Lions will first face the Danes at Alfreton Town on Friday 15 November (7pm KO) before hosting Czech Republic at Solihull Moors on Tuesday 19 November (7pm KO).

Kevin Betsy’s side will begin their qualification campaign for the 2020 UEFA European U17 Championships in March, entering at the Elite Round stage.

“We’ll be facing two very good sides who are doing well in their EURO qualification campaigns, so we’re expecting some tough and competitive games," said Betsy.

“It'll be a good test for our players as we prepare for the start of our EURO qualifying in March, where we could face either of these teams, or if we reach the finals.

Kevin Betsy is head coach of the MU17s for the first time this season

“It will also be the first time this group will have played in front of home supporters and larger crowds, which will be a great experience for them. We’re looking forward to playing at two great clubs in Alfreton Town and Solihull Moors.”

Tickets for both games are priced £1 for children and concessions and £5 for adults and will be available at each stadiums’ turnstiles on match day.

Betsy's side have had a good start to the current campaign, winning the Syrenka Cup in Poland during September's international week before picking up draws with Germany and Spain in Pinatar in October.

Denmark will also play Czech Republic at St. George’s Park on Sunday 17 November (2pm KO) – this is an invite-only game.

By FA Staff