After spending the previous week with England's Elite League squad – formerly known as the Under-20s – and impressing in a 5-1 win over Poland, Wharton has now linked up with Lee Carsley’s U21s for the first time.
Having only debuted for the U20s in November 2023, Wharton makes the jump to England's U21s after just three appearances at Elite League level.
The Young Lions host Luxembourg at Bolton Wanderers’ stadium on Tuesday evening (26th March, kick-off 19:00 GMT), looking to keep up the pressure on qualification Group F leaders Ukraine, ahead of the 2025 finals in Slovakia.
After six matches, and with four left to play, England have 15 points – like Ukraine – but sit behind them courtesy of their head-to-head record.
With only the group leaders, and the three best runners-up, guaranteed qualification – the other second-placed teams go into the play-offs – a win against already-eliminated Luxembourg could be vital.
As well as Wharton, you can find out how Palace’s six other senior players have performed during the international break here.
Match Details
- England U21s v Luxembourg U21s
- Tuesday, 26th March
- 19:00 GMT
- Toughsheet Community Stadium