**[Everton](https://readeverton.com/) youngsters Harrison Armstrong and Tyrique George have been named in England’s Under-21 squad for this month’s international friendlies against Portugal and France.**
Head coach Lee Carsley has selected both players in his 24-man squad, with the Young Lions preparing for next summer’s European Under-21 Championship in Albania and Serbia.
Armstrong, 19, has established himself as an important member of David Moyes’ first-team squad this season, impressing with his energy and work rate in midfield. He stepped up from England Under-20 duty during the October international break and has retained his place in Carsley’s group. George, meanwhile, continues his involvement at Under-21 level after featuring in the previous international window.
England face Portugal at Ashton Gate in Bristol on Friday 13 November, before returning to the same ground to play France on Monday 16 November. Both matches kick off at 7.30pm GMT. The fixtures are part of England’s preparations for the 2027 European Under-21 Championship, where Carsley’s side will attempt to win a third successive title.
The call-ups mean Everton have five players selected across England’s senior and Under-21 squads, with Jordan Pickford, Jarrad Branthwaite and James Garner also included in Thomas Tuchel’s senior group.
Armstrong’s selection continues his progress through the international age groups, while George retains his place as England prepare to defend their European Under-21 title next summer.
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