Thomas Tuchel omits Trent Alexander-Arnold from England World Cup squad
Yahoo Sports • 1 min read • Latest: Jun 16, 2026, 2:03 PM
Last updated Jun 16, 2026
England manager Thomas Tuchel has named Trevoh Chalobah to replace the injured Tino Livramento in the 26-man World Cup squad. In a surprising decision, Tuchel has not included Trent Alexander-Arnold, who now appears to be at least seventh in the right-back pecking order despite his accolades. Critics argue this omission overlooks Alexander-Arnold’s significant contributions and experience, particularly given his successful club career with Real Madrid. Speculation continues about Tuchel's rationale behind preferring other players in the squad, even as the World Cup approaches and Alexander-Arnold's capabilities remain under question.
- •Trevoh Chalobah replaces Tino Livramento in England's World Cup squad.
- •Trent Alexander-Arnold is not selected despite his club success.
- •Tuchel's decision places Alexander-Arnold behind several other right-back candidates.
- •Omissions of key players raise questions about squad balance.
- •World Cup preparations intensify as the final squad is confirmed.
- 2:03 PMYahoo Sports — Why England boss Thomas Tuchel is wrong not to call up Trent Alexander-Arnold for World Cup
"Comment: Trevoh Chalobah will replace the luckless Tino Livramento in the 26-man squad yet Tuchel again ignoring Alexander-Arnold – now seemingly his country’s seventh-choice right back – may cost England
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