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The snubbed England XI after Thomas Tuchel confirms World Cup squad

England will leave a wealth of talent at home this summer - so what does a starting XI of snubbed players look like?

The Independent UK

The not-so-hidden message in Thomas Tuchel’s World Cup press conference

ENGLAND WORLD CUP SQUAD: While perhaps not the same kind of orator as predecessor Gareth Southgate, Lawrence Ostlere writes, the England manager was firm and forthright as he unveiled his squad for the tournament

The Independent UK

Cole Palmer, Phil Foden and the six biggest omissions from England’s World Cup squad

Thomas Tuchel has unveiled his 26-man squad for the tournament

The Independent UK

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Southgate has ticket lined up for World Cup final in case England go through

The 55-year-old does not miss telling players they were off the team, which were ‘some of the most horrendous conversations’.

Evening Standard

‘Shocked’ Harry Maguire left out of England’s World Cup squad

The Manchester United centre back was a key player under Gareth Southgate but has been left out for Thomas Tuchel’s first tournament

The Independent UK

‘Too nice’: Frank Skinner on Gareth Southgate – and his ‘fiery’ successor

Comedian says former manager lacked ‘killer instinct’ but Thomas Tuchel could help England embrace a ‘braver’ style

The Guardian - UK

James Graham calls Sir Gareth Southgate a ‘hero for the ages’

The playwright is best known for writing the award-winning play Dear England, which tells the story of Sir Gareth’s time as England manager.

Evening Standard

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Joseph Fiennes opens up about Dear England: "I thought I was going to be in a Shakespeare or Chekhov play… then I was handed a script about Gareth Southgate!"

Award-winning actor Joseph Fiennes reveals it was a privilege to play the England boss and not a poison chalice.

FourFourTwo

Jodie Whittaker: ‘Just because it’s difficult doesn’t mean you should avoid it’

The controversy around Jodie Whittaker’s casting in Doctor Who is long gone for the actor, who after a string of TV hits is on to another winner in the new World Cup drama Dear England

Evening Standard

England 2026 World Cup Preview: Three Lions Look to Buck the Trend

England enters the 2026 World Cup among the favorites, aiming to end its 60-year wait to lift soccer’s biggest prize for just the second time.

Sports Illustrated

England’s Attacking Midfield Options—Ranked

England have a host of superstar playmakers at their disposal.

Sports Illustrated

Jodie Whittaker: Gareth Southgate a ‘revolutionary’ football manager

The BBC adaptation of Dear England was created following a successful West End production that also starred Joseph Fiennes in the lead role.

Evening Standard

Joseph Fiennes on parenting, politics and banning children from social media: ‘Stand up, Keir, this is your kids’ generation’

He’s played English titans from William Shakespeare to Gareth Southgate, but what does the actor really think about the country today?

The Guardian - UK

Families cannot afford sports and PE kit, warns Sir Gareth Southgate

Sir Gareth made the comments while promoting The Multibank charity campaign, which helps families across the UK access essential items.

Evening Standard

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The Independent UK

Gareth Southgate: ‘Some families are struggling. They can’t afford to buy kit to take part in PE’

The former England men’s football manager is supporting The Multibank charity campaign, which helps families across the UK access essential items – including sports equipment

The Independent UK

Who is Freddie Woodman? Liverpool’s third-choice goalkeeper, and Gareth Southgate’s godson

Woodman made his Premier league debut for Liverpool in the Merseyside derby when he replaced the injured Giorgi Mamardashvili

FourFourTwo

Arsenal legend Tony Adams opens up on his battle with alcohol: "When England were knocked out of Euro 96 I went on a 44-day booze bender and hit rock bottom... since then I've been sober and I'm proud that I've not p*ssed the bed for 30 years"

Former Arsenal and England captain Tony Adams opens up about his battle with alcohol during his playing days and subsequent 30 years of sobriety

The Guardian - UK

Why all is not lost for the rarest of breeds – a true No 9

Lack of specialist training may explain drop in influence, but many feel the centre-forward is due a revival

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'I had Rooney, Gerrard, Owen, all on the back of shirts as a kid, dreaming that one day I’d have my name on the back. Then I did.' Tottenham Hotspur midfielder James Maddison recounts living out England dream

The Tottenham Hotspur midfielder hasn’t had the easiest international career, but it’s one he rightly has immense pride in

Sports Illustrated

‘Not a Guarantee’—Man City Star Sent Brutal World Cup Warning by England Manager

Thomas Tuchel was clearly not impressed during the international break.

The Guardian - UK

Will Wembley wobbles actually matter when England head to World Cup training camp?

Thomas Tuchel played down the significance of latest friendlies and history suggests team lineups can have little bearing on actual tournament

Sports Illustrated

Arsenal Star Booed by Own International Fans Despite Goalscoring Performance

A mixed return to the international scene for Ben White.

The Independent UK

Ben White booed by Wembley crowd on return to England team

Arsenal defender Ben White was booed by the Wembley crowd during England’s friendly against Uruguay on Friday night. White, who came on for Fikayo Tomori in the 69th minute, was making his first appearance for the national team since leaving the World Cup early in 2022. He did not confirm…

FourFourTwo

“Watching football has taken on a whole new level of emotion for me, Jarrod Bowen needs to get on that plane to the World Cup – I tell you” Actor Danny Dyer makes impassioned plea for son-in-law to make Thomas Tuchel’s 2026 World Cup squad

The prominent actor and presenter didn't hold back when speaking exclusively to FourFourTwo

The Independent UK

Ben White deserves a second chance with England – Thomas Tuchel

Head coach Tuchel also believes White must “clear the air” with a number of his team-mates after previously making himself unavailable.

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