Africa-Press – Kenya. After their emphatic 5-0 victory over Latvia, England secured their place at the 2026 World Cup and revived hopes of ending a six-decade title drought. With Thomas Tuchel now at the helm, the Three Lions have found new momentum, but the coach’s selection headaches are already making headlines.
The English press is buzzing with speculation about who will make the final 26-man list for the tournament in the United States, Canada, and Mexico. While Kane, Rice, Bellingham, and Saka look certain to travel, others—like Phil Foden and Trent Alexander-Arnold—face an uncertain future.
Both The Telegraph and The Independent have raised concerns over Foden’s standing in the national hierarchy. Despite his talent and resurgence with Manchester City, competition in his position is fierce, with Bellingham, Palmer, and Eze also vying for creative roles. As for Alexander-Arnold, his move to Real Madrid has not yet solidified his place in Tuchel’s plans. With Reece James and Livramento seemingly ahead in the pecking order, the versatile right-back could be among the major omissions from the squad.
The debate doesn’t end there. Jack Grealish, rebuilding his form at Everton, and Marcus Rashford, revitalized since joining Barcelona, are also under close scrutiny. Both remain on the fringes of Tuchel’s project, despite recent flashes of brilliance. England may have secured qualification, but as the World Cup approaches, several of its biggest names will be fighting for survival in what promises to be one of the most competitive selection battles in recent history.
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