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The Guardian - UK
The Guardian - UK
Sport
David Hytner

Southgate backs push for 26-man squads at Euro 2024 amid injury pile-up

Kyle Walker goes down injured during England’s 1-0 defeat to Brazil
Kyle Walker goes down injured during England’s 1-0 defeat to Brazil. Photograph: Mike Egerton/PA

Gareth Southgate has suggested he would be in favour of 26-man squads at the European Championship in Germany this summer and revealed that the issue is to be debated next month at a Uefa coaches ­meeting, where it will have support.

Southgate’s plans over the past international window were turned upside down by injuries and there is a growing feeling that the physical demands on players mean larger squads will be needed for the ­tournament.

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