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England World Cup squad: Tuchel's most likely 26 players

The 12 games of the Thomas Tuchel era have yielded mixed results and performances from England. They remain one of the best sides in international football, even if they haven't played particularly well for extended stretches since the Sir Gareth Southgate era. That said, they are among the favourites to win the 2026 World Cup for several reasons.

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Ben White returns to England squad to end four-year exile

Arsenal's Ben White has been added to the England squad for the upcoming March friendlies against Uruguay and Japan. The defender, and Newcastle winger Harvey Barnes, will replace Eberechi Eze and Jarell Quansah, who have both had to pull out after sustaining recent injuries. White last played for the Three Lions in 2022 and was included in that year's World Cup squad but left Qatar for personal reasons.

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Barnes expected to replace injured Eze in England squad

Newcastle United winger Harvey Barnes is set to be handed a late call-up to the England squad. Following an unfortunate injury to Arsenal playmaker Eberechi Eze, England manager Thomas Tuchel is expected to bring the in-form forward into his enlarged squad. This call-up comes after the player rejected an approach to switch his allegiance to the Scotland national team.

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Thiaw trip ruins Newcastle's night after Barnes & Hall heroics

Newcastle were forced to settle for a 1-1 draw in the first leg of their Champions League last-16 clash with Barcelona on Tuesday. Eddie Howe's side looked on course to record a famous victory when Harvey Barnes gave them the lead in the 86th minute, only for Malick Thiaw to concede a stoppage-time penalty which Lamine Yamal converted with the final kick of the game.

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'Way too soft' - James hits back at Newcastle penalty claims

There was high drama in the dying seconds of the thrilling match between Newcastle and Chelsea as Harvey Barnes appeared to be pulled down by Reece James, but VAR denied the Magpies' desperate pleas for a penalty at the end of the pulsating clash which ended two-all. And James has spoken after the match, claiming the contact was “too soft” for a spot-kick to be awarded.

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Barnes set for talks with Scotland over allegiance switch

Newcastle United winger Harvey Barnes is all set for talks with Scotland boss Steve Clarke over switching allegiance from England ahead of World Cup 2026. Barnes, who was born in Burnley, has Scottish connections from his mother's side and is thus eligible to represent their national team. The 28-year-old has featured only once for England back in 2020 against Wales.

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'Isn't on my mind' - Barnes dampens Scotland's World Cup hopes

Harvey Barnes has poured cold water on the chance of switching international allegiance from England to Scotland. The Newcastle winger is able to make the change as he has Scottish grandparents, even after making an appearance for the Three Lions. Barnes' sole Three Lions cap came in a friendly, meaning he is still able to turn out for the Tartan Army.

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Scotland could steal one-cap England star for World Cup

Harvey Barnes is open to switching his international allegiance from England to Scotland. The Newcastle United winger was capped for the Three Lions in 2020, however, he remains eligible for Steve Clarke's World Cup qualifiers through his Scottish grandparents. Barnes sole England appearance came in a friendly against Wales, meaning he can represent the Tartan Army under FIFA rules.

Frequently asked questions

Martin Odegaard captains Arsenal and plays either as a central attacking midfielder or as a right-sided interior in the central midfield.

Martin Odegaard was born in the city of Drammen, located in the Buskerud county of Norway.

Martin Odegaard dons the No. 8 jersey at Arsenal, previously worn by legends like Freddie Ljungberg and also by his current coach Mikel Arteta.

Martin Odegaard stands at 1.78m (5ft 10in) and is among the best midfielders in the world.

Martin Odegaard weighs 68kg (150 lbs). He's got incredible work-rate off the ball, and is blessed with eagle-eyed vision that helps him find teammates via line-breaking passes.

From 2005 to 2009, Martin Odegaard played for local club Drammen Strong, before joining the Stromgodset academy.

Martin Odegaard is yet to become a father, but he announced on social media in August 2024 that he is expecting his first child with partner Helene Spilling.

Martin Odegaard isn't married yet, but has been in a relationship with Helene Spilling, a dancer who won Norway's Strictly Come Dancing show in 2021.