England manager Thomas Tuchel has sparked major debate after leaving several star players out of his 2026 World Cup squad.
Thomas Tuchel has named his final 26-man England national football team squad for the 2026 FIFA World Cup, leaving out high-profile players including Cole Palmer and Phil Foden.
The England boss defended his controversial selections by insisting he prioritised “team over talent” while building a balanced squad for the tournament in North America.
Tuchel’s squad decisions have already triggered strong reactions from fans and pundits, especially after surprise inclusions such as Ivan Toney received call-ups ahead of more established names.
The German manager admitted difficult decisions were unavoidable, saying several “extraordinary talents” had to miss out. Tuchel stressed that no squad selection would satisfy everyone due to the depth of England’s player pool.
England are aiming to end a 60-year wait for a major international trophy, with their last triumph coming at the 1966 FIFA World Cup.
The pressure is now firmly on Tuchel, with his squad choices expected to face intense scrutiny throughout the tournament.
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