England head coach Thomas Tuchel has named Fulham youngster Josh King in his 25-man squad for upcoming Nations League fixtures. King earns his first official senior call-up alongside Borussia Dortmund midfielder Jobe Bellingham as the Three Lions prepare to face Croatia and Spain.
England head coach Thomas Tuchel has backed Trent Alexander-Arnold after recalling the defender for Nations League matches against Croatia and Spain. Tuchel praised Alexander-Arnold's recent international performances while highlighting the fierce battle for the right-back spot.
Thomas Tuchel has stood firm on his decision to omit Cole Palmer from his latest England squad, admitting he did not even feel the need to contact the Chelsea playmaker before the announcement. Despite Palmer returning to fitness and form at Stamford Bridge, the German coach cited a lack of consistent availability as the primary reason for the high-profile snub.
Thomas Tuchel has admitted his relationship with Jude Bellingham has been "up and down" but insists they are now in a good place after calling up his brother Jobe Bellingham for England's Nations League games against Croatia and Spain. The England boss also revealed he apologised to Kobbie Mainoo in front of the squad for leaving him out at the World Cup.
Mikel Arteta has offered his thoughts on the latest England squad announcement, which sees a significant Arsenal presence in Thomas Tuchel’s plans. The Gunners boss reflected on the high-profile return of Ben White and the continued rise of several young stars at the Emirates Stadium.
Borussia Dortmund midfielder Jobe Bellingham has earned his first senior England call-up for November's UEFA Nations League ties against Croatia and Spain. The 21-year-old joins older brother Jude Bellingham, placing the duo on the brink of joining an exclusive list of Three Lions siblings.
England manager Thomas Tuchel has caused a stir with his latest squad selection for the upcoming UEFA Nations League double-header against Croatia and Spain. While the headline news sees the Bellingham brothers united in the senior setup for the first time, several high-profile Premier League stars, including Cole Palmer and Phil Foden, have been left out in the cold.
The tournament might not kick-off for the best part of two years, but the extended international break offered some early clues as to how the challengers are shaping up
Croatian midfielders Mateo Kovacic and Kristijan Jakic shared their frustration after Spain snatched a late 2-1 victory in Split. The duo insisted Croatia showed crucial character following their heavy defeat to England.
Real Madrid legend Luka Modric has opened up about the immense difficulty of competing against Lionel Messi throughout their storied careers in Spain and on the international stage. Following the former Barcelona captain's decision to retire from international duty with Argentina, the current AC Milan midfielder offered a heartfelt tribute to his long-time rival.
Slaven Bilic has voiced his frustration following Croatia's narrow 2-1 Nations League defeat to Spain, hitting out at the antics of Marc Cucurella. Despite an improved performance from the Vatreni, the head coach felt his side were hard done by following a series of controversial refereeing calls in Rijeka.
Mikel Merino was the man of the hour for Spain once again, coming off the bench to secure a dramatic 2-1 victory over Croatia in Split. Despite his match-winning brace, the Arsenal midfielder has opened up about the personal challenges he faces while playing a secondary role for both club and country.
Spain manager Luis de la Fuente praised his side's competitive spirit after watching them fight back to beat Croatia 2-1. The head coach highlighted half-time substitute Mikel Merino as one of the world's best in his position.
Mikel Merino came off the bench to score twice as Spain fought back to defeat Croatia 2-1 in Split. The Arsenal midfielder reacted to his match-winning performance that sent the world champions into the Nations League quarter-finals.
Spain midfielder Pedri has offered an intriguing insight into the elite mentality of teammate Lamine Yamal following La Roja's recent victory. Despite another influential performance on the international stage, the young winger was reportedly far from satisfied with his own display.
Mikel Merino emerged as the unlikely hero with a second-half brace as Spain came from behind to defeat Croatia 2-1 at the Stadion Poljud. The victory secures Luis de la Fuente's side a place in the UEFA Nations League quarter-finals.
Mikel Merino proved to be the hero once again as Spain fought back from a goal down to secure a dramatic 2-1 victory over Croatia in Split. The Arsenal midfielder struck twice in the second half to ensure Luis de la Fuente's side extended their remarkable unbeaten run and booked their place in the UEFA Nations League quarter-finals.
Dani Olmo has opened up about the tempting offer he received to switch international allegiances to Croatia during his formative years in Zagreb. The Barcelona playmaker, who is now a cornerstone of the Spanish national team, admitted he was grateful for the interest but could never abandon his lifelong ambition.
Dani Olmo has issued a stern warning to his Spain team-mates, insisting that Croatia will be a "dangerous" animal following their recent embarrassment. The Barcelona star believes the wounded heavyweights will be desperate to restore their pride in Split after suffering a historic thrashing at the hands of England.
Dani Olmo is preparing for an emotional reunion as Spain travel to face Croatia in a match that carries deep personal significance for the playmaker. The former Barcelona youth product took a massive gamble on his career a decade ago, leaving La Masia to find his feet in the Balkans.
Luis de la Fuente has told his Spain players to ignore recent results and prepare for a battle against a world-class Croatia side in the UEFA Nations League. The La Roja boss believes their opponents remain one of the most formidable forces in international football despite recent setbacks.
Jude Bellingham has long been considered the crown jewel of English football, but Gary Lineker has now taken the hype to a historic new level. Following a masterclass in the Nations League, the former Three Lions striker has tipped the Real Madrid sensation to eventually surpass every legend in the nation's history.
England substitute Morgan Rogers described his side's 7-0 Nations League win over Croatia as a major statement for the team's new era under Thomas Tuchel. The Aston Villa attacker came off the bench to score England's seventh goal in Rijeka.
England winger Bukayo Saka expressed delight after scoring twice in a stunning 7-0 Nations League win over Croatia. The Arsenal forward praised his team's high-energy approach and clinical finishing during the historic away victory.
Slaven Bilic has expressed his profound shock and disappointment after Croatia slumped to their heaviest-ever defeat in a humiliating 7-0 loss to England at Rujevica. The Vatreni head coach, who only recently returned to the helm, admitted that such a performance is unforgivable for a nation of Croatia's standing.