Former Wales international James Collins has sensationally claimed that Chelsea star Cole Palmer feigned an injury to withdraw from the latest England squad. Collins believes the attacking midfielder is still furious with manager Thomas Tuchel over his controversial World Cup exclusion and simply refused to link up with the national team.
Espanyol striker Roberto Fernandez spoke to the media at Las Rozas after earning his maiden senior Spain call-up under Luis de la Fuente. The 24-year-old reflected on his emotional reaction to the announcement and his eagerness to face England at Wembley.
Everton defender Jarrad Branthwaite revealed how studying Real Madrid legend Sergio Ramos shaped his defensive development ahead of England's showdown with Spain. The center-back also detailed his holistic rehabilitation in Germany and Thomas Tuchel's target to win the Nations League.
The Madrid derby is rarely a quiet affair, but the latest installment saw a long-standing international rivalry boiled over onto the La Liga stage. Real Madrid superstar Jude Bellingham and Atletico Madrid defender Cristian Romero were involved in a series of heated exchanges as Los Blancos fell to a 2-1 defeat at the Metropolitano.
Former England winger Andros Townsend has narrowly escaped serious injury after being run over by a heavy pitch roller in Thailand. The PT Prachuap star was participating in a half-time warm-up when the bizarre incident occurred, leaving his team-mates in absolute disbelief.
Morgan Gibbs-White does not need to leave Nottingham Forest in order to become an England regular, Reds legend Des Walker has told GOAL. The talented playmaker has been drafted into the latest Three Lions squad following the injury-enforced withdrawal of Cole Palmer. He was overlooked for 2026 World Cup duty, leading to inevitable questions being asked of where his long-term future should lie.
Josh King’s star continues to rise at Fulham, but will the teenage wonderkid go on to be as good as fellow creative influences Cole Palmer, Morgan Rogers and Morgan Gibbs-White? That trio all have senior England caps to their name, with King eager to tread a similar path. Former Cottagers midfielder Ray Houghton has told GOAL why a future transfer may help to unlock full potential.
England would be “very lucky” to have Jude and Jobe Bellingham in their senior squad at some stage, Bobby Zamora has told GOAL, with the potential for sibling rivalry in the Three Lions camp exciting many fans watching on from afar. That situation has not played out as yet, but Thomas Tuchel is said to be keeping a close eye on how two talented brothers are faring.
Cole Palmer has faced heavy criticism regarding his dedication to the England national team after pulling out of Thomas Tuchel's latest squad. The Chelsea attacking midfielder played the full match for his club on Friday but withdrew from international duty, leading to prominent pundits demanding clarity over whether he genuinely wants to represent his country on the international stage.
England manager Thomas Tuchel has been forced into an early reshuffle of his Three Lions squad ahead of the upcoming Nations League fixtures. Five high-profile stars have withdrawn from the national team camp, leading to immediate opportunities for two rising midfield talents to prove their worth on the international stage.
Morgan Gibbs-White is poised to replace Chelsea forward Cole Palmer in Thomas Tuchel's latest England squad following a minor injury setback. The Nottingham Forest midfielder narrowly missed out on the initial selection but now has the chance to impress during the upcoming Nations League fixtures.
Liam Delap has been told what he “needs” in order to become Harry Kane’s successor in the England national team, with Bobby Zamora admitting to GOAL that replacing an “extremely special” striker will be almost impossible. Following his big-money transfer from Chelsea to Nottingham Forest, 23-year-old frontman Delap is hoping to prove himself deserving of a chance to lead the Three Lions’ attacking unit.
Chelsea talisman Cole Palmer is expected to pull out of the England squad for the upcoming international break, dealing a significant blow to Thomas Tuchel’s plans. Despite the German coach recently demanding that the playmaker justify his selection following a controversial World Cup omission, the 24-year-old looks set to prioritise his long-term fitness.
Newcastle United full-back Tino Livramento is expected to withdraw from the England squad following a significant fitness setback during training. The 23-year-old had only recently returned to competitive action, but this latest blow has forced Thomas Tuchel to rethink his defensive options for the upcoming international break.
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