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England 2026 World Cup squad confirmed: Ivan Toney and John Stones in, Phil Foden and Cole Palmer out
Ivan Toney earns a surprise recall as Thomas Tuchel leaves out several high-profile players, including Phil Foden and Cole Palmer, from his 26-man squad.
- On Friday, May 22, 2026, England manager Thomas Tuchel announced his 26-man World Cup squad from Wembley Stadium, selecting Ivan Toney and John Stones while omitting Phil Foden and Cole Palmer.
- Toney's inclusion follows his prolific season with Al-Ahli, where he scored 32 goals, while Tuchel's decision to exclude high-profile players reflects tactical adjustments after disappointing March friendly performances against Uruguay and Japan.
- High-Profile omissions include Harry Maguire, Trent Alexander-Arnold, and Morgan Gibbs-White, with Tuchel describing the selection as involving "a lot of difficult decisions" that bring "a certain edge."
- Following the announcement, the team will depart for the United States on June 1 for a pre-tournament training camp, with warm-up matches against New Zealand on June 6 and Costa Rica on June 10.
- England seeks its first major title since 1966, with the Group L campaign commencing June 17 against Croatia in Arlington, Texas, before matches against Ghana and Panama.
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For many players, the June football pilgrimage will be a baptism of fire, as the squad does not have much experience at the World Cup. Ivan Toney received a surprise call-up.
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Ivan Toney makes England's WC roster but 3 key others do not
Strikers Ivan Toney and Ollie Watkins have been named to England's 26-man roster for the upcoming FIFA World Cup, coach Thomas Tuchel announced.
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