England Announce 26-Man Squad for 2026 FIFA World Cup

Joel JJ By Joel JJ • 22nd May 2026


England Announce 26-Man Squad for 2026 FIFA World Cup

England head coach Thomas Tuchel has officially announced a 26-man squad that will represent the national team at the 2026 FIFA World Cup in the United States, Canada, and Mexico.

The major talking point in the squad is the omission of defender Harry Maguire, who has been an important figure for England in previous major tournaments. Maguire said he was deeply disappointed by the decision to leave him out.

Alongside Maguire, other high-profile players omitted include Phil Foden and Cole Palmer, while striker Ivan Toney returns to the squad after impressing in the Saudi Arabian league.

England Squad – 2026 FIFA World Cup

Goalkeepers

  • Jordan Pickford
  • Dean Henderson
  • James Trafford

Defenders

  • Reece James
  • Tino Livramento
  • Nico O’Reilly
  • John Stones
  • Marc Guéhi
  • Ezri Konsa
  • Dan Burn
  • Jarell Quansah

Midfielders

  • Declan Rice
  • Jude Bellingham
  • Jordan Henderson
  • Kobbie Mainoo
  • Elliot Anderson
  • James Garner
  • Eberechi Eze
  • Morgan Rogers

Forwards

  • Harry Kane
  • Ivan Toney
  • Ollie Watkins
  • Bukayo Saka
  • Marcus Rashford
  • Anthony Gordon
  • Noni Madueke

England Group – 2026 World Cup

England have been drawn in Group L alongside:

  • Croatia
  • Ghana
  • Panama

England will begin their World Cup campaign against Croatia on 17 June 2026 in the group’s opening match.


  

XTRA 90 INSIDER

Get the latest tactics & rumors delivered to your inbox.