The 30-year-old, who has scored 17 goals in 51 games for his country, has been given the nod alongside Wayne Rooney, according to Sky Sports News.

Glen Johnson, Joleon Lescott and Ashley Cole have all reportedly been recalled to the defence in front of Joe Hart.

Meanwhile, James Milner and Steven Gerrard are also understood to have been named in the team.

Sports Mole will provide the confirmed team news when it becomes available and you can follow our live commentary of the action from 6.30pm.

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11	Brentford	20	8	3	9	38	35	3	27
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