Thomas Tuchel calls up Trevoh Chalobah for England's World Cup squad
Yahoo Sports • 1 min read • Latest: Jun 17, 2026, 12:28 AM
Last updated Jun 17, 2026
Thomas Tuchel has included Chelsea defender Trevoh Chalobah in England's 2026 World Cup squad following an injury to Tino Livramento. Livramento suffered a calf injury during training, prompting the change. Chalobah, a center-back, was chosen over several full-back candidates, with Tuchel stating that this decision allows Jarrell Quansah to provide coverage in defense. England prepares to face Croatia in their opening group match at Dallas Stadium on Wednesday.
- •Tino Livramento withdrew from World Cup squad due to injury.
- •Trevoh Chalobah called up to replace Livramento.
- •Jarrell Quansah expected to provide full-back coverage.
- •England's first match is against Croatia on June 19 at Dallas Stadium.
- 12:28 AMYahoo Sports — Thomas Tuchel explains why he called up Trevoh Chalobah to England’s World Cup squad
"The Chelsea centre-back was chosen over a raft of full-back options to replace the injured Tino Livramento in England’s squad
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