Shocking news: Four prominent players are set to be excluded from the England squad for the 2026 FIFA World Cup.
It's not just Maguire! Media reports reveal that Palmer, Foden, and Shaw are also likely to miss out on the England squad for the 2026 World Cup.
Following Harry Maguire’s confirmation that he has been informed he will not be part of the England squad for the 2026 World Cup, the defender from Manchester United shared the news last night.
Recently, the renowned English media outlet The Athletic reported that Chelsea attacker Cole Palmer and Manchester City’s skilled midfielder Phil Foden may also miss selection for England’s 2026 World Cup squad, along with Manchester United left-back Luke Shaw.
Despite undeniable talent, Foden’s performance this season for Manchester City under Pep Guardiola has been inconsistent; he started only 22 Premier League matches and scored 7 goals, which is below his usual standard.
Palmer has played 33 matches for Chelsea, scoring 10 goals and providing 3 assists, but this seems insufficient for Thomas Tuchel, who likely considers Palmer’s frequent injury problems and Chelsea’s drop to eighth place in the Premier League standings.
The left-back position has been debated for months, but it appears Luke Shaw will be the unlucky one. Although named in the preliminary 55-player list and heavily supported by fans, the Manchester United left-back is expected to be cut from the final squad.
Regarding defenders, Fikayo Tomori, who has been consistent with AC Milan in Italy’s Serie A, is likely to miss out, while Manchester City defender John Stones stands a better chance of making the World Cup team.
Although Stones has struggled with injuries during his recent season at Manchester City, Tuchel still highly values his technical skill and high-level experience.