EVERTON striker Chris Long featured for England U18s as they ended their season with a narrow 1-0 defeat to Belgium on Tuesday.

Long played the full 90 minutes for Noel Blake’s side in La Louviere, and will return to Finch Farm for this weekend’s game with Manchester United.

Kevin Sheedy said: “It’s great for Chris to be involved with the England set-up, and recognition for the hard work he puts in every day.

“He’s been at Everton since he was six years old, so it is recognition not just for him, but also for the staff members who have helped his development throughout his time.”

Meanwhile, young Blues duo Jonjoe Kenny and Ryan Ledson have been named in the England Under-16 squad for the annual Montaigu Tournament in France later this month.

“Both have been big players at both U16 and U18 level,” added Sheedy.