Marcus Rashford returns as Thomas Tuchel names England squad for World Cup qualifiers

Former Chelsea and Paris Saint-Germain manager Thomas Tuchel has announced his first squad since taking charge of the Three Lions, with notable returns and fresh inclusions ahead of the 2026 World Cup qualifiers.

England will face Albania and Latvia in their opening fixtures under to lead the team through to the finals in the United States, Canada, and Mexico.

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Reports by indicate among the headline selections is the return o from Manchester United to Aston Villa.

Newly appointed Harambee Stars coach Benni McCarthy took charge of his first training session ahead of crucial 2026 world cup qualifiers fixtures.

Also making a comeback is former Liverpool captain Jordan Henderson, now at Ajax, whose leadership and experience bolster England’s midfield.

The forward’s resurgence has earned him a recall to the national team, offering Tuchel an experienced attacking option.

However, Manchester City’s Jack Grealish has been dropped, a notable exclusion given his past contributions to the squad.

, despite a breakthrough season, also misses out, while Manchester United’s Harry Maguire is absent due to injury.

Benni McCarthy names a 32-man Harambee Stars squad for crucial World Cup qualifiers against Gambia and Gabon, blending experience and youth.

Tuchel has introduced fresh talent into the squad, handing first-time call-ups to and Newcastle United’s experienced defender Dan Burn.

Their inclusions reflect the German coach’s willingness to blend youth and experience as he reshapes the squad.

Tuchel’s selection signals a fresh start for England,

As the team prepares to take on Albania and Latvia, all eyes will be on how the German tactician adapts to the international stage and whether his bold selections pay off.

Tottenham coach Ange Postecoglou has been urged to make a ruthless decision on Harambee Stars prospect Djed Spence ahead of their Europa Legaue clash against AZ Alkmaar.

The upcoming qualifiers will be the first test of Tuchel’s vision for the Three Lions.

Goalkeepers: Dean Henderson (Crystal Palace), Jordan Pickford (Everton), Aaron Ramsdale (Southampton), James Trafford (Burnley).

Defenders: Dan Burn (Newcastle United), Levi Colwill (Chelsea), Marc Guéhi (Crystal Palace), Reece James (Chelsea), Ezri Konsa (Aston Villa), Myles Lewis-Skelly (Arsenal), Tino Livramento (Newcastle United), Jarell Quansah (Liverpool), Kyle Walker (AC Milan, loan from Manchester City).

Midfielders: Jude Bellingham (Real Madrid), Eberechi Eze (Crystal Palace), Jordan Henderson (Ajax), Curtis Jones (Liverpool), Cole Palmer (Chelsea), Declan Rice (Arsenal), Morgan Rogers (Aston Villa).

Forwards: Jarrod Bowen (West Ham United), Phil Foden (Manchester City), Anthony Gordon (Newcastle United), Harry Kane (Bayern Munich), Marcus Rashford (Aston Villa, loan from Manchester United), Dominic Solanke (Tottenham Hotspur).