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Harry Maguire explains his omission from England's World Cup squad

Yahoo Sports • 1 min read • Latest: Jun 16, 2026, 3:40 PM

Last updated Jun 16, 2026

Harry Maguire explains his omission from England's World Cup squad
Summary

Harry Maguire, a defender for Manchester United, discussed being left out of England's squad for the 2026 FIFA World Cup. Despite a solid performance in the latter part of the season, Maguire was not selected by manager Thomas Tuchel. He revealed that he learned of his exclusion via an awkward FaceTime call with Tuchel, expressing disappointment over the decision. Maguire emphasized his desire to be part of the tournament and his belief that he could contribute both on and off the pitch. With the World Cup roster announcement behind him, he can focus during the summer and prepare for pre-season training with Manchester United.

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  • •Maguire played 15 games for Manchester United in the recent season.
  • •He faced a two-month injury absence before returning to full fitness.
  • •The World Cup squad was finalized by manager Thomas Tuchel.
  • •Maguire shared his feelings about the snub on Gary Lineker's podcast.
  • •He aims to join pre-season training in good shape after the World Cup.
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  • 3:40 PMYahoo Sports — Harry Maguire: United ace sheds light on shock World Cup snub
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Manchester United defender Harry Maguire has opened up about missing out on a place in England’s squad for the 2026 FIFA World Cup. The veteran defender was overlooked by Three Lions boss Thomas Tuc...

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