England interim boss Lee Carsley has backed Harry Kane to respond to being dropped against Greece by confirming he will start in Sunday's UEFA Nations League clash against Republic of Ireland at Wembley.

Lee Carsley proud of England’s control in crucial Nations League win over Greece - England are now in control of the group.

England interim manager Lee Carsley chose a bold starting XI to face Greece in Athens and, after being rewarded with an impressive 3-0 win, he made his feelings clear

Three Lions pick up morale-boosting and much-needed victory in Athens as Lee Carsley's bold starting up pays off with captain Harry Kane on the bench

Ollie Watkins justified his selection ahead of captain Harry Kane, who was dropped to the bench, with an early opener in Athens.

Follow live reaction from Athens after England's convincing win against Greece sends them top of Nations League group B2

This time, Lee Carsley’s gamble paid off. In a surprise move, England's interim coach left captain Harry Kane on the bench for the Nations League match against Greece on Thursday and the youthful team eased to a 3-0 win in Athens.

ATHENS (Reuters) -England eased past hosts Greece 3-0 in their Nations League match on Thursday to go top of their Group B2 and head into their last matchday against Ireland playing for promotion. Goals from Ollie Watkins,

England captain Harry Kane was left out of the starting line-up for Thursday's Nations League clash with Greece just 24 hours after his remarkable blast at the team's absentee stars.After facing Greece,