What happened. Thomas Tuchel has recalled Trent Alexander-Arnold and Cole Palmer to his first England squad since the 2026 World Cup. He warned the players they have to "perform".

It is Tuchel's first England squad since the 2026 World Cup.
Both Alexander-Arnold and Palmer return to the set-up.
Tuchel made clear the recalled players must perform.

“perform”
— Thomas Tuchel

Tuchel's warning signals the recalls come with expectations as England regroup after the World Cup.

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