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The Four Biggest Storylines for England at the 2026 World Cup

Thomas Tuchel guides England to its first tournament under his supervision.

Sports Illustrated

‘I loved him ever since he came onto the scene’ Ex-England defender backs Manchester City and Three Lions star to announce himself on World Cup stage

Wayne Bridge lauded the qualities of Nico O’Reilly and is backing the Manchester City defender to shine for England at the 2026 FIFA World Cup

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Nobody should underestimate what Thomas Tuchel can do with England

Leaving Cole Palmer at home surprised me, but I know Thomas from Chelsea – he’s the type of coach to die on his sword

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John Terry claims at least 11 England players are not good enough to win World Cup

Terry praised Thomas Tuchel’s willingness to make ‘big decisions’ but suggested most of the squad was not good enough to win the title

The Independent UK

Jamie Carragher believes Jude Bellingham’s England role will ‘dominate airwaves’ during World Cup

Bellingham and Morgan Rogers are fighting it out to start at No.10 for England’s first match against Croatia

The Independent UK

The hidden messages in Madonna’s new video – and what she’s really trying to tell us

IN FOCUS: The many celebrity cameos may have become the talking point of the Queen of Pop’s new music video, but look a little closer, and some serious points are being made. Celebrity watcher Dan Wakeford unpicks what it all means

The Independent UK

Chelsea players make bizarre appearance in new Madonna music video

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Chelsea’s Cole Palmer makes toilet cameo in new Madonna short film

Madonna’s new short film ahead of the release of her new album features a variety of celebrity cameos - including two Chelsea football stars.

The Independent UK

Madonna and Benedict Cumberbatch raving in the bathroom! All the wild cameos in the queen of pop’s new film

Madge gets steamy in the club toilets with a host of famous faces. Even footballer Cole Palmer turns up at a urinal

The Independent UK

Manchester United eye shock move for another Chelsea star after Cole Palmer links

Old Trafford could yet be surprise alternative destination for Blues regular this summer

Evening Standard

Estevao Shares Injury Update After Being Forced to Miss 2026 World Cup

The Chelsea wonderkid suffered a major hamstring injury at the worst possible time in his career.

Sports Illustrated

Nike Ripped Apart for New World Cup Ad Featuring England Snub Cole Palmer

The Chelsea star was one of several surprise omissions from England’s World Cup squad.

Sports Illustrated

Cole Palmer 'lets loose' with Love Island stars in Ibiza after England World Cup snub

The 24-year-old Chelsea star’s beauty specialist girlfriend Olivia Holder is thought to be in the UK

Evening Standard

From Cole Palmer to Manchester United transfer target: The biggest names snubbed for World Cup 2026

Managers all over the world have made some bold calls ahead of this summer’s showpiece event in North America

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The Independent UK

Joe Cole outlines key to success for Thomas Tuchel’s England at World Cup

Joe Cole has given his verdict on England’s chances at this summer’s World Cup

Evening Standard

Emile Heskey exclusive: 'Harry Maguire is the biggest omission from England World Cup squad - he's an asset'

Exclusive: Former England striker has delivered his verdict on Thomas Tuchel's World Cup squad

Sports Illustrated

Chelsea’s Four ‘Untouchables’ Under Xabi Alonso—Who’s Not on the List?

The Blues won’t entertain offers for players that will become the core of the Xabi Alonso era.

Evening Standard

How Thomas Tuchel decision has given Chelsea and Xabi Alonso an early boost

New manager’s pre-season preparations will include plenty of first-team stars

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Evening Standard

Harry Redknapp exclusive: 'England have no real stability defensively - but we have a chance at World Cup'

Exclusive: Former Tottenham manager has revealed his one worry for England before the World Cup

Sports Illustrated

The 13 Most Shocking Omissions from 2026 World Cup Rosters

National team managers around the globe were forced to leave big names out of the respective World Cup rosters.

Evening Standard

Joao Pedro names Chelsea star who would thrive for Brazil amid World Cup promise

Striker was a surprise omission from Carlo Ancelotti’s squad for summer tournament

The Independent UK

Phil Foden ‘victim of football’s crazy calendar’ – Maheta Molango

The Manchester City midfielder was named PFA Players’ Player of the Year in 2024 but was not selected for this summer’s World Cup.

The Guardian - UK

PFA calls out ‘crazy calendar’ as responsible for Cole Palmer and Phil Foden burnout

Maheta Molango, the chief executive of the Professional Footballers’ Association, said it’s ‘not the version of Phil Foden we saw two years ago’

Sports Illustrated

Chelsea Player Ratings vs. Sunderland: Embarrassing Blues Season Comes to Fitting End

Chelsea won’t play European soccer in 2026–27.

The Guardian - UK

Sensational Sunderland qualify for Europa League after 10-man Chelsea fall apart

Sunderland leap into the Europa League next season after beating Chelsea 2-1 on the Premier League’s final day

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