Southgate warns absent trio they face battle to win back England spots

• Manager says players grabbed their chance against Wales
• Abraham and Sancho could face Belgium but Chilwell a doubt

Gareth Southgate has warned his players to beware losing their place in his squad after an experimental England side shone against Wales, giving Tammy Abraham, Ben Chilwell and Jadon Sancho something to ponder following their breach of Covid-19 rules.

Although Abraham, Chilwell and Sancho have tested negative for coronavirus, the trio face a battle to regain their spots in the team after England demonstrated their strength in depth by securing a 3-0 friendly win over Wales on Thursday night. Abraham and Sancho could return to face Belgium in the Nations League on Sunday but Chilwell is a doubt after feeling unwell.

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