Tuchel poised to bring Cole Palmer back for upcoming Nations League matches
England manager Thomas Tuchel is expected to recall Chelsea forward Cole Palmer to the squad as the Nations League campaign begins, while also weighing options on several other players.
Thomas Tuchel is expected to confirm the England squad for the new Nations League cycle this morning, bringing back Chelsea striker Cole Palmer after the forward missed the World Cup roster. The manager still has to decide on the inclusion of Morgan Gibbs-White and Phil Foden, as well as whether veteran defenders Harry Maguire and Trent Alexander-Arnold will feature. England's Group C opponents are world champions Spain, Croatia and Czechia, with the group winner earning a spot in the June finals.
Fixtures include a home game against Spain at Wembley on 26 September, followed by away matches in Czechia and Croatia, and a return tie with Czechia on 6 October. The selection comes after England’s semi-final exit to Argentina in Atlanta, a match that drew heavy criticism for defensive lapses. The upcoming three-one outlet break gives Tuchel an opportunity to reshape the squad ahead of the campaign.
Why it matters
The squad choices will shape England's chances in a key Nations League group and signal Tuchel's direction after a disappointing World Cup.
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