Scrum-half Raffi Quirke has been called into the England squad for their Nations Championship match against Argentina. He replaces the injured Alex Mitchell and has two international caps, becoming England's youngest scrum-half in over 90 years on his 2021 debut.
Several World Cup stars, including Erling Haaland and Folarin Balogun, could have represented England but chose other nations. Haaland, born in Leeds, plays for Norway, while Balogun, born in New York, now represents the USA. The article highlights players who slipped through England's net.
New England rugby league coach Brian McDermott has named a 38-player squad for the upcoming World Cup, featuring 10 uncapped players. The selection has led to speculation about players potentially joining the 'one-cap club', with notable omissions like Elliot Minchella and Tom Davies.
Sale wing Tom Roebuck joins the England squad as head coach Steve Borthwick faces multiple back-three injuries, including George Furbank's appendicitis. England, on a five-Test losing streak, prepare for a crucial match against Fiji in Liverpool.
Dan Burn's football journey began on an artificial pitch in North East England, representing Clubs for Young People in 2009. Despite being released by Newcastle United previously and working in a supermarket, his talent impressed selectors, leading to an England call-up. Teammates recall his technical skill and professional mentality, which paved the way for a remarkable career, including a return to his boyhood club Newcastle and a place in the England squad.
Ben Stokes has returned to the England cricket squad after discussions with head coach Brendon McCullum, who described the recent events as a "blip". The pair met for over an hour to clear the air regarding reports of a rift, with McCullum expressing strong support for Stokes. Stokes is back in the XI for the third Test against New Zealand.
Bukayo Saka trained with the England squad on Sunday, offering a fitness boost to manager Thomas Tuchel before their World Cup match against Ghana. The Arsenal attacker, nursing an Achilles tendinitis issue, participated in normal training after doing individual work on Saturday. He is unlikely to start until the third group game.
Ben Stokes and Gus Atkinson are back in England's squad for the third Test vs. New Zealand after the ECB investigated their team curfew breach. Both received written warnings, with Atkinson deemed a victim of unprovoked attacks. Rules will be better documented.
England has excluded white-ball vice-captain Charlie Dean from their squad for the upcoming Test match against India at Lord's. Dean, 25, who is captaining England in the T20 World Cup, was omitted to manage her workload after a recent back injury.
Pace bowler Henry Crocombe has been added to England's squad for the second Test against New Zealand as cover for Ollie Robinson, who is experiencing knee soreness. The 24-year-old Sussex bowler has impressed in county and Lions matches.
Uncapped Sussex bowler Henry Crocombe has been called into England's squad for the second Test against New Zealand as cover for Ollie Robinson, who is experiencing knee soreness. Robinson will undergo a scan, while Gus Atkinson and Ben Stokes are also unavailable due to a nightclub incident.
Manchester City's £106m bid for Nottingham Forest midfielder Elliot Anderson underscores his rapid ascent. Despite a recent club season, Anderson's performances for England have attracted significant interest, with City's bid challenging the British player record.
Manchester City's £106m bid for Nottingham Forest midfielder Elliot Anderson has dramatically altered perceptions of the player. Despite a history with Forest and Newcastle, Anderson's recent performances for England have propelled him into a new financial and sporting stratosphere.
Manchester City's £106m bid for Nottingham Forest midfielder Elliot Anderson underscores his meteoric rise. The 23-year-old, who has impressed for England, is nearing a record-breaking transfer.
England manager Thomas Tuchel confirmed Bukayo Saka is playing through an Achilles injury, managing discomfort as the World Cup approaches. While other players are at 100%, Saka requires careful management and may not start all matches.
Football Daily presents its 'Omitted XI' of top players not selected for the Geopolitics World Cup, featuring stars like Chevalier, Frimpong, Silva, Huijsen, Balde, Wharton, Camavinga, Luna, Godts, Gibbs-White, and João Pedro.
Defender Taylor Hinds has been ruled out of the England squad due to an ankle injury sustained last week. She will return to Arsenal for assessment. The team continues preparations for their World Cup qualifier against Spain.
England cricket coach Brendon McCullum vows to address alcohol and attitude issues in the team with a 'firm grip', acknowledging mistakes during last winter's tours and differences with captain Ben Stokes, while expressing confidence in improvement for upcoming series.
Thomas Tuchel revealed his "brotherhood" approach to selecting England's 26-player squad, prioritizing team spirit over individual talent. Tough decisions excluded notable players like Harry Maguire, Cole Palmer, and Phil Foden, while surprising inclusions like Ivan Toney and Djed Spence highlight Tuchel's tactical gambles.
England's World Cup squad announcement has caused controversy, with stars like Phil Foden, Cole Palmer, and Trent Alexander-Arnold surprisingly left out. Harry Maguire expressed deep disappointment over his non-nomination.
Thomas Tuchel has named a 26-man England squad for the 2026 World Cup, including surprise selection Djed Spence. Meanwhile, Congo must isolate in Belgium before travelling to the US due to Ebola concerns. Notable omissions include Cole Palmer and Jarrod Bowen.
The FA's World Cup squad announcement was marred by app crashes and pre-emptive leaks, highlighting a shift towards pragmatic coaching under Thomas Tuchel. Despite fan outrage over omissions like Harry Maguire, the squad reflects Tuchel's tactical approach, prioritizing meritocracy and speed over sentiment.
England's 26-man squad for the 2026 World Cup has been announced by Thomas Tuchel. The team will begin their campaign against Croatia on June 17, with further group matches against Ghana and Panama. The tournament kicks off on June 11 across the US, Mexico, and Canada.
Thomas Tuchel has announced his England squad for the World Cup, including a surprise inclusion of Ivan Toney and overlooking Trent Alexander-Arnold. Harry Maguire, Cole Palmer, and Phil Foden were also excluded.
