Tuchel Names England World Cup Squad as Saka, Kane, Rashford Lead 26-Man Team

England manager Thomas Tuchel has unveiled his 26-man squad for the 2026 FIFA World Cup, with several big names included and a few notable omissions.

Bukayo Saka, Declan Rice and Eberechi Eze were all selected after impressive performances this season for Arsenal.

Captain Harry Kane also made the squad after another strong campaign with Bayern Munich, while Marcus Rashford kept his place despite spending the season on loan at FC Barcelona from Manchester United.

Ivan Toney earned a call-up after returning to the England setup, while Ollie Watkins and Anthony Gordon were also included in attack.

In midfield, Jude Bellingham headlines the list alongside Kobbie Mainoo, Jordan Henderson, Morgan Rogers and Elliot Anderson.

Tuchel also handed places to defenders Dan Burn and Nico O’Reilly, while John Stones was included despite an injury-hit season at Manchester City.

Djed Spence also made the squad after impressing for Tottenham Hotspur. Reports say the defender suffered a broken jaw recently but is expected to wear a protective mask if needed.

Other defenders selected include Marc Guehi, Reece James, Ezri Konsa, Tino Livramento and Jarell Quansah.

Goalkeepers named in the squad are Dean Henderson, Jordan Pickford and James Trafford.

Several players missed out on selection, including Luke Shaw, Fikayo Tomori, Levi Colwill and Harry Maguire.

England will prepare for the tournament with friendly matches against New Zealand national football team on 6 June and Costa Rica national football team on 10 June.

The Three Lions will begin their World Cup campaign against Croatia national football team on 17 June before further group matches against Ghana national football team and Panama national football team.

England World Cup Squad

Goalkeepers: Dean Henderson, Jordan Pickford, James Trafford.

Defenders: Dan Burn, Marc Guehi, Reece James, Ezri Konsa, Tino Livramento, Nico O’Reilly, Jarell Quansah, Djed Spence, John Stones.

Midfielders: Elliot Anderson, Jude Bellingham, Eberechi Eze, Jordan Henderson, Kobbie Mainoo, Declan Rice, Morgan Rogers.

Forwards: Anthony Gordon, Harry Kane, Noni Madueke, Marcus Rashford, Bukayo Saka, Ivan Toney, Ollie Watkins.