England's Tino Livramento expected to miss World Cup opener against Croatia

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Last updated Jun 16, 2026

England's Tino Livramento expected to miss World Cup opener against Croatia
Summary

England defender Tino Livramento is expected to be sidelined for the World Cup due to a suspected calf injury. This setback occurs just one day before the Three Lions face Croatia in Dallas. Livramento was seen as a valuable backup for the squad, which includes Reece James and Nico O'Reilly starting in defense. Chelsea's Trevoh Chalobah is a leading candidate to replace Livramento in the 26-man roster before the 9 PM BST deadline. Livramento, at 23 years old, was making his major tournament debut, having earned five caps and participated in a recent warm-up match against New Zealand.

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  • Livramento ruled out with a suspected calf injury
  • England's first match is against Croatia in Dallas
  • Tuchel has until 9 PM BST to name a replacement
  • Chalobah likely to step in for Livramento
  • Livramento earned five caps and was in last warm-up match
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  • 12:16 PMYahoo SportsEngland defender expected to miss World Cup in blow for boss Thomas Tuchel
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The Three Lions open their campaign against Croatia on Wednesday but will be without an option at the back

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