England to face Italy in 'Battle of Highbury' as World Cup preparations continue

Three Lions to take on European champions in final warm-up game ahead of Qatar

Match to be played at Arsenal's Emirates Stadium on June 11

England will face Italy in a mouthwatering friendly at Arsenal's Emirates Stadium on June 11 as part of their preparations for the World Cup in Qatar.

The match will be the Three Lions' final warm-up game before they head to the Middle East, and it will provide Gareth Southgate's side with a stern test against one of the best teams in the world.

Italy are the reigning European champions, having beaten England on penalties in the final at Wembley last summer.

The match will be a repeat of the 'Battle of Highbury' which took place at the same stadium in 1934.

That match was a fiercely contested affair, with England eventually winning 3-2.

The Three Lions will be hoping for a similar result this time around, as they look to build momentum ahead of the World Cup.

Southgate is expected to field a strong team for the match, with the likes of Harry Kane, Raheem Sterling and Declan Rice all likely to start.

Italy will also be without a number of key players, including Giorgio Chiellini, Leonardo Bonucci and Federico Chiesa.

However, the Azzurri will still pose a significant threat, and Southgate will be wary of their attacking threat.

The match is sure to be a fascinating encounter, and it will give England fans a chance to see their team in action before the World Cup.

Tickets for the match are on sale now, and are priced from £25.