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Kuala Lumpur, May 23, 2026 — Thomas Tuchel has dropped a major bombshell by leaving out several star players including Phil Foden, Cole Palmer, and Trent Alexander-Arnold from his England squad for the 2026 FIFA World Cup.
The German coach has named a 26-man squad that features some surprise recalls and big omissions, sparking immediate debate across English football.
Harry Kane remains captain and will lead the attack alongside Ollie Watkins and Ivan Toney. Toney’s inclusion is notable as he has barely played under Tuchel but earned his place through strong performances in Saudi Arabia.
Major Absentees
The headline omissions of Phil Foden, Cole Palmer, and Trent Alexander-Arnold dominate the conversation. Other notable players left out include Harry Maguire, Luke Shaw, Adam Wharton, and Morgan Gibbs-White.
Maguire publicly expressed his disappointment, calling the decision “shocking and gutting.”
Players Who Made the Cut
Despite the high-profile absentees, Tuchel has handed opportunities to exciting talents such as Noni Madueke, Djed Spence, and Eberechi Eze. John Stones makes a return to the squad, and veteran Jordan Henderson also features.
England’s attacking options will revolve around the experienced trio of Kane, Watkins, and Toney. Ollie Watkins has been in strong club form, while Toney provides a different profile as a target man.
Tuchel confirmed the final squad on Friday after informing the selected players a day earlier. The announcement was slightly overshadowed by leaks the night before.
With several big names missing, many are questioning whether Tuchel’s bold and controversial selections will give England the best chance of success at the 2026 World Cup in North America.
