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England’s World Cup squad talking points: from Toney’s return to clarity for Bellingham

Thomas Tuchel has placed great faith in John Stones and Djed Spence while ignoring several star names in attack

The Guardian - UK

Tuchel has picked a good England squad and doesn’t care about the wider shout-verse

Every choice or omission stands up to scrutiny, although the FA’s technology department did not do such a good job at the unveiling

The Guardian - UK

England’s World Cup squad, leaks and comical takes from the hard-to-please

In today’s Football Daily: Thomas Tuchel names his England squad

The Guardian - UK

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World Cup 2026: Tuchel axes Foden, Palmer in surprise England shake-up

England manager Thomas Tuchel made a series of bold selection calls for the World Cup, leaving out star names including Phil Foden and Cole Palmer from his 26-man squad. Tuchel said team unity mattered more than individual talent as England bids to end its 60-year wait for a major men’s…

France 24

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

Thomas Tuchel has gambled with his England squad - now he must win World Cup

Tuchel’s squad selection hugely divided opinion

Evening Standard

Thomas Tuchel ‘surprised’ by Harry Maguire’s reaction to World Cup squad exclusion

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From 'I trust that man' to 'national disgrace': How England fans reacted to Thomas Tuchel's World Cup squad

Three Lions begin their World Cup campaign on June 17

Evening Standard

Thomas Tuchel reacts to Harry Maguire’s statement after shock World Cup omission

Thomas Tuchel was asked how he felt about Harry Maguire’s statement last night saying he was ‘shocked’ and ‘gutted’ not to be selected in the 2026 England World Cup squad.

The Independent UK

Thomas Tuchel reacts to ‘gutted’ Harry Maguire’s social media post after World Cup squad snub

Maguire enjoyed a strong season for Manchester United but couldn’t force his way into the squad

The Independent UK

Thomas Tuchel 'surprised' by Harry Maguire response to shock England World Cup snub

Manchester United defender said he was “shocked and gutted” by surprise omission, with several members of his family also speaking out

Evening Standard

England star makes World Cup squad despite playing just eight Premier League minutes in 2026

Thomas Tuchel confirmed his 26-man England squad for this summer’s World Cup on Friday morning. Manchester City defender John Stones made the cut despite his lack of playing time at club level this season. Stones, 31, has struggled with injuries in recent seasons and has been restricted to just eight…

The Independent UK

Manchester United had no choice but to stick with Michael Carrick – here’s what the real test looks like

Carrick has signed a two-year deal to remain as manager but with more games next season and the club in need of a summer rebuild his real work is only just beginning

The Independent UK

Why Thomas Tuchel got it right with England’s imperfect World Cup squad

WORLD CUP 2026: England have confirmed their 26-man squad, with Thomas Tuchel’s strategy, as Miguel Delaney details, geared towards specific scenarios and versatility in a World Cup that throws up unusual challenges

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Evening Standard

Biggest England World Cup snubs as Thomas Tuchel makes shock squad calls

Three Lions boss has been bold with 26-man selection for this summer’s tournament

The Independent UK

Watch live: Thomas Tuchel holds England World Cup squad press conference

Watch live as England coach Thomas Tuchel speaks to the media after announcing his World Cup 2026 squad on Friday (22 May).

AAP

Host of big names missing from English World Cup squad

Phil Foden, Cole Palmer, Trent Alexander-Arnold and Harry Maguire are some of the England stars not selected in Thomas Tuchel's 26-man World Cup squad.

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SPO:Host of big names missing from English World Cup squad

Phil Foden, Cole Palmer, Trent Alexander-Arnold and Harry Maguire are some of the England stars not selected in Thomas Tuchel's 26-man World Cup squad.

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Sports Illustrated

England 2026 World Cup Roster Confirmed: Full List of Players, Controversial Omissions

England is a country divided over its World Cup selections.

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

England World Cup squad: Foden, Palmer and Alexander-Arnold miss out

Harry Maguire, Adam Wharton, Morgan Gibbs-White and Luke Shaw are others overlooked for the summer.

The Guardian - UK

England’s final World Cup squad confirmed: Spence and Toney in, Alexander-Arnold out

Thomas Tuchel has named his England World Cup squad, handing a shock call-up to Ivan Toney and picking Djed Spence over Trent Alexander-Arnold

Evening Standard

England World Cup squad: Who's picked and which big names miss out?

Huge snubs being announced ahead of official squad confirmation

The Independent UK

Friday’s briefing: Tuchel to name squad as Villa toast Europa League win

The EFL’s written reasons for Southampton’s expulsion from the play-offs cited a ‘deplorable approach’ in putting pressure on junior staff members.

The Guardian - UK

The chosen and the forgotten: Tuchel finalises his 26-strong England World Cup squad

While Friday morning is the official announcement, the makeup of the squad has become clear and features some big calls

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