Thomas Tuchel Reveals First England Squad with Key Returns and Surprises

The German coach's debut selection includes veterans Rashford and Henderson, with notable omissions and fresh faces ahead of World Cup qualifiers.

Thomas Tuchel, the first German to coach England's national team, unveiled his initial 26-man squad for upcoming World Cup qualifiers against Albania and Latvia.
Veterans Marcus Rashford and Jordan Henderson, previously excluded under Gareth Southgate and interim coach Lee Carsley, make their return to the team.
Tuchel introduced newcomers Myles Lewis-Skelly, 18, and Dan Burn, 32, both hoping for their first international caps.
Harry Kane retains the captaincy, while Jack Grealish is notably absent due to poor form at Manchester City.
Tuchel emphasized building a cohesive team that reflects England's identity, blending experienced players with emerging talent.