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Bellingham and King join England squad, Palmer and Mainoo miss out

Yahoo Sports • 1 min read • Latest: Nov 6, 2026, 10:33 AM

Last updated Nov 6, 2026

Bellingham and King join England squad, Palmer and Mainoo miss out

Summary

Jobe Bellingham and Josh King have been called up for England’s final squad of the year for November’s internationals, as announced by coach Thomas Tuchel. The squad is set to play Croatia at home on November 9 and travel to Spain on November 12. Bellingham's selection coincides with his brother Jude’s successful integration into the senior team. High-profile omissions include Chelsea's Cole Palmer and Manchester United's Kobbie Mainoo, who were not included in the 25-man roster. Declan Rice returns from injury, while Bukayo Saka is absent due to a thigh injury.

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By the Numbers

•Jobe Bellingham and Josh King included in England's November squad.
•Cole Palmer and Kobbie Mainoo omitted from the 25-man roster.
•England will face Croatia on November 9 and Spain on November 12.
•Declan Rice returns from injury; Bukayo Saka out with a thigh injury.
•England is close to securing a Nations League quarter-final spot.

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10:33 AMYahoo Sports — Bellingham and King handed England call-up, but Palmer overlooked

What they're saying

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Jobe Bellingham and Josh King have been included in the final England squad of the year, but Thomas Tuchel has overlooked Cole Palmer and Kobbie Mainoo for November’s internationals. The World Cup bronze medallists are all but assured of a place in the Nations League quarter-finals ahead of next Thursday’s home game against Croatia and the trip to Spain three days later.
— Yahoo Sports

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