James Hill earns first England call-up following Ezri Konsa's injury
4 sources • 1 min read • Latest: Nov 10, 2026, 11:42 AM
Last updated Nov 10, 2026
Bournemouth defender James Hill has received his first call-up to the England squad for the UEFA Nations League match against Croatia, scheduled for Thursday at Wembley. Hill replaces Ezri Konsa, who has been ruled out due to a knee injury. Konsa was initially expected to participate but will not be available for the match as he continues his recovery. Hill's selection comes after a strong season with Bournemouth, where he has played a crucial role, contributing to the team's success in both the Premier League and Europa League. He previously represented England at the Under-20 and Under-21 levels and has made 15 appearances for Bournemouth this season. England’s defense will also include Dan Burn, who returns to the squad after missing previous call-ups.
- •James Hill called up to England's squad for the first time.
- •Ezri Konsa out due to a knee injury ahead of the match with Croatia.
- •Hill has played 15 times this season for Bournemouth, aiding in their success.
- •Dan Burn returns to the England squad after being omitted in recent months.
- •The match against Croatia is part of the UEFA Nations League.
- 11:42 AMYahoo Sports — Hill gets first England call-up as Konsa cover
- 11:41 AMBBC Sport — Hill gets first England call-up as Konsa cover
- 11:21 AMYahoo Sports — Bournemouth star gets first England call-up after Ezri Konsa blow
"Bournemouth defender James Hill is added to the England squad for Thursday's Nations League match against Croatia at Wembley.
"Bournemouth defender James Hill is added to the England squad for Thursday's Nations League match against Croatia at Wembley.
"Konsa has been ruled out of Thursday clash with Croatia at Wembley, leading James Hill to be called up as a replacement
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External links- Yahoo SportsNov 10, 2026, 11:42 AMHill gets first England call-up as Konsa cover
Bournemouth defender James Hill is added to the England squad for Thursday's Nations League match against Croatia at Wembley.
- BBC SportNov 10, 2026, 11:41 AMHill gets first England call-up as Konsa cover
Bournemouth defender James Hill is added to the England squad for Thursday's Nations League match against Croatia at Wembley.
- Yahoo SportsNov 10, 2026, 11:21 AMBournemouth star gets first England call-up after Ezri Konsa blow
Konsa has been ruled out of Thursday clash with Croatia at Wembley, leading James Hill to be called up as a replacement
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