Dan Burn's journey from supermarket to World Cup spot detailed
Yahoo Sports • 1 min read • Latest: Jun 27, 2026, 8:03 AM
Last updated Jun 27, 2026
Dan Burn's rise through English football is highlighted as he prepares for the World Cup with Thomas Tuchel's squad. His career began at New Ferens Park after being released by Newcastle United and working in a supermarket. Burn's talent was noted by England National Association of Boys club manager Alan Watson, who selected him for a representative team in 2009. His ability and determination led to opportunities at Darlington and then Fulham, before settling at Newcastle, where he helped the team avoid relegation and win the EFL Cup. He is now a key part of the England squad, expected to play a significant role during the tournament.
- •Dan Burn's career began at New Ferens Park after a supermarket job.
- •He was selected for the England youth team in 2009 by Alan Watson.
- •Burn has played key roles for clubs including Darlington, Fulham, and Newcastle.
- •He helped Newcastle win the EFL Cup and qualify for the Champions League.
- •Burn is now preparing for potential appearances at the World Cup.
- 8:03 AMYahoo Sports — From supermarket to World Cup - the forgotten England team
- 8:03 AMBBC Sport — From supermarket to World Cup - the forgotten England team
"New Ferens Park feels a world away from the New York New Jersey Stadium, but it was on this artificial pitch in the north east of England where a future member of Thomas Tuchel's World Cup squad got what he called his "break".
"New Ferens Park feels a world away from the New York New Jersey Stadium, but it was on this artificial pitch in the north east of England where a future member of Thomas Tuchel's World Cup squad got what he called his "break".
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External links- Yahoo SportsJun 27, 2026, 8:03 AMFrom supermarket to World Cup - the forgotten England team
New Ferens Park feels a world away from the New York New Jersey Stadium, but it was on this artificial pitch in the north east of England where a future member of Thomas Tuchel's World Cup squad got what he called his "break".
- BBC SportJun 27, 2026, 8:03 AMFrom supermarket to World Cup - the forgotten England team
New Ferens Park feels a world away from the New York New Jersey Stadium, but it was on this artificial pitch in the north east of England where a future member of Thomas Tuchel's World Cup squad got what he called his "break".
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