Thomas Tuchel has fired a warning shot to experienced England stars, saying it is "time for a bit of fresh blood" in the Three Lions squad.
After a major boycott saga Robert Lewandowski has been recalled to international duty after resolving his dispute with Poland’s coaching staff.
Trent Alexander-Arnold has been dropped by England boss Thomas Tuchel for the upcoming World Cup qualifiers but the likes of Adam Wharton and Djed Spence have earned a call-up. The Three Lions face Andorra at Villa Park on September 6 before travelling to Serbia on September 9, and Tuchel has taken a brave call by omitting the star right-back.
Wales boss Craig Bellamy took a playful jibe at Wrexham after including three of their stars in the national team squad for their upcoming World Cup qualifiers next month. The Red Dragons have spent heavily in the summer transfer window following their third consecutive promotion to the Championship this season. The Ryan Reynolds and Rob McElhennery-owned club have added 10 new players to their roster.
Germany coach Julian Nagelsmann says he has his plans "well in mind" and is keeping his fingers crossed for Marc-Andre ter Stegen to return soon.
The ex-Chelsea manager is spoilt for choice as he mulls over who to select for upcoming qualifiers against Andorra and Serbia
Jon Dahl Tomasson has drafted Alexander Isak into his squad for Sweden's first set of 2026 World Cup qualifiers despite his continued Newcastle exile. Isak has yet to feature this season for the Magpies as he pushes for a transfer to Liverpool, raising questions over his fitness and readiness. But Tomasson believes the striker’s quality is too good to ignore.
Hugo Ekitike is in contention for a first call-up for France after making an excellent start to the season with new club Liverpool.
Mason Mount has received an unexpected boost in his bid to return to the England national team, thanks to a personal video call from former Chelsea manager Thomas Tuchel, who now leads the Three Lions. The Manchester United star, who thrived under Tuchel during their time together at Stamford Bridge, was pleased to reconnect with the coach who helped guide him to the pinnacle of club football.
