Summary
Thomas Tuchel, the coach of the England football team, announced an expanded 35-man squad for upcoming friendlies. This squad includes players who have not been picked recently, as well as new names like James Garner and Jason Steele. England will play friendly matches against Uruguay and Japan as part of their World Cup preparation.
Key Facts
- Thomas Tuchel selected a 35-man England squad for friendlies before the 2026 World Cup.
- James Garner from Everton and Jason Steele from Brighton are new to the England squad.
- Dominic Calvert-Lewin returns to the squad after over five years since his last selection.
- Players like Harry Maguire and Kobbie Mainoo were recalled to the squad.
- Trent Alexander-Arnold, Alex Scott, and Ollie Watkins were not included in the squad.
- Injuries kept Reece James and Trevoh Chalobah out of this selection.
- England will face Uruguay on March 27 and Japan on March 31 at Wembley Stadium.
- Tuchel's approach was to consider players not frequently selected to open up competition ahead of the World Cup.
