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Sarina Wiegman evaluates options for England’s No 10 role ahead of World Cup

Yahoo Sports • 1 min read • Latest: Oct 10, 2026, 4:31 AM

Last updated Oct 10, 2026

Sarina Wiegman evaluates options for England’s No 10 role ahead of World Cup

Summary

England head coach Sarina Wiegman recalled Ella Toone as a midfielder following Lucy Bronze's injury withdrawal from the squad. Toone's inclusion comes as Wiegman assesses the attacking options with eight months until the World Cup in Brazil. Lauren James remains a contender for the No 10 role despite past vulnerabilities in midfield. England is preparing for the World Cup play-off semi-final against Greece on Friday, following a successful 3-1 victory in the first leg. The team will face Ukraine or Slovakia in a two-leg tie later this year to secure qualification.

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•Ella Toone recalled to England squad after initial exclusion
•Lauren James considers positional flexibility in midfield
•England defeated Greece 3-1 in first leg of play-off
•World Cup qualification depends on upcoming matches against Ukraine or Slovakia
•Sarina Wiegman continues to evaluate team dynamics

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4:31 AMYahoo Sports — Is the fight to be England’s No 10 at the World Cup a problem or a positive for Sarina Wiegman?

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When right-back Lucy Bronze withdrew from the England squad on Thursday because of injury, head coach Sarina Wiegman did not summon a like-for-like replacement. Instead, she recalled Ella Toone, who had initially been left out because, according to Wiegman, her performances had not been up to standard. The Dutchwoman, impressed by Toone’s attitude — the Manchester United midfielder spent the first half of this week training at Marbella Football Centre in Spain — explained she already had options
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