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Fabian Delph welcomes new faces among England ranks

Fabian Delph says the influx of younger players to the England squad has helped the team approach Euro 2016 qualifiers with added confidence.

The Three Lions are preparing for their final game of the season – on Sunday against Slovenia – bidding to secure their sixth successive victory and continue the 100 per cent start to the group.

Thirteen members of the squad Roy Hodgson is taking to Ljubljana are under the age of 26.

And with Delph, Ryan Bertrand and Nathaniel Clyne all making their full debuts in recent months, the Aston Villa man says it is a good time to be part of proceedings.

"There's a lot of young, talented players that are really quick on their feet," he said.

"If we can attack with freedom I'm sure we'll look quite attractive and push on in games."

Delph forced his way into the starting lineup for the crucial win against Switzerland in September and also reflected on how that experience has helped him feel at ease with international football.

Delph also declared himself fit for Sunday's qualifier against Slovenia, for which he was a slight doubt after picking up a knock in the FA Cup final.

And the 25-year-old says the entire squad feels sharp ahead of the trip to Stadion Stozice.

"A few of the boys had a week off and then it was straight back into it," he added.

"Fitness levels are still high and the boys look sharp in training so we're looking forward to the next game.

"We're confident about the game against Slovenia. We've trained well, the boys have looked really sharp and we're raring to go."