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International Business Times UK
International Business Times UK
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Patrick Wiseman

No Foden, No Palmer, No Trent: Thomas Tuchel's Shock England World Cup Squad Sparks Backlash

England Manager Thomas Tuchel has announced his 26-man squad for the upcoming 2026 World Cup that is to take place across the USA, Mexico, and Canada. The announcement has proven one of the most contentious in recent memory, with a string of high-profile omissions, pre-announcement leaks, and eyebrow-raising call-ups dominating the headlines.

England is one of the later nations to announce their squad for the World Cup, with other high-profile nations such as Germany and France having already confirmed theirs.

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