Key Takeaways:
- Thomas Tuchel excluded Trent Alexander-Arnold from England’s squad for the upcoming World Cup qualifiers
- Marcus Rashford has been recalled for the World Cup qualifying matches against Andorra and Serbia
- Elliot Anderson and Djed Spence received call-ups
Squad Announcement Analysis
England manager Thomas Tuchel has released his squad ahead of September’s World Cup qualifying encounters with Andorra and Serbia, making several noteworthy selections that have caught the attention of fans and analysts alike. The biggest surprise among these decisions is the absence of Trent Alexander-Arnold, who has not made the 25-man list. The Real Madrid right-back’s omission comes despite strong club performances in recent weeks. Phil Foden and Harry Maguire were also not called for the September matches.
No place in Thomas Tuchel's lastest England squad for these three 😮 pic.twitter.com/3KaWLA45d6
— ESPN UK (@ESPNUK) August 29, 2025
Meanwhile, Barcelona’s Marcus Rashford earns a place in the squad following his omission in previous international windows. Tuchel’s selection also favours youth, with Elliot Anderson and Djed Spence both securing call-ups to England’s senior side.
Squad Breakdown
Below is the detailed list of players called up by Tuchel for this international window:
| Position | Players |
|---|---|
| Goalkeepers | Jordan Pickford, Dean Henderson, James Trafford |
| Defenders | Dan Burn, Marc Guéhi, Reece James, Ezri Konsa, Miles Lewis-Skelly, Tino Livramento, Djed Spence, John Stones |
| Midfielders | Elliot Anderson, Morgan Gibbs-White, Jordan Henderson, Declan Rice, Rogers, Adam Wharton |
| Forwards | Jarrod Bowen, Eberechi Eze, Anthony Gordon, Harry Kane, Noni Madueke, Marcus Rashford, Ollie Watkins |
What Lies Ahead
England, under Tuchel’s leadership, will aim to secure vital points in their World Cup qualification campaign when they take on Andorra and Serbia in September. The inclusion of returning stars and emerging talents reflects both short-term ambitions and longer-term planning for the national side.
