August 29, (THEWILL) – England’s interim coach, Lee Carsley, has named his first squad for the upcoming Nations League fixtures against the Republic of Ireland and Finland.
The selection includes four uncapped players: Noni Madueke, Morgan Gibbs-White, Tino Livramento, and Angel Gomes. This marks a new chapter for the national team following Gareth Southgate’s departure in July after England’s Euro 2024 final loss to Spain.
Notable absences from the squad include the injured Real Madrid midfielder Jude Bellingham and Manchester City defender Kyle Walker. Kieran Trippier has announced his retirement from international football, while other Euro 2024 squad members such as Ivan Toney, Aaron Ramsdale, Joe Gomez, Lewis Dunk, and Adam Wharton have been left out.
The squad features a mix of experienced players and emerging talents across all positions. Jordan Pickford, Nick Pope, and Dean Henderson have been selected as goalkeepers. The defensive lineup includes John Stones, Harry Maguire, and Trent Alexander-Arnold, among others. In midfield, Declan Rice, Phil Foden, and Conor Gallagher are joined by Kobbie Mainoo.
The forward options are led by captain Harry Kane, supported by Ollie Watkins, Bukayo Saka, and Jack Grealish. This blend of established stars and fresh faces suggests a balance between continuity and innovation as England prepares for its upcoming international challenges.
Carsley’s selection indicates a willingness to introduce new players to the national setup while maintaining a core of experienced internationals. This approach may help shape the team’s future direction as they compete in the Nations League and look ahead to future tournaments.
Jude Obafemi is a versatile senior Correspondent at THEWILL Newspapers, excelling in sourcing, researching, and delivering sports news stories for both print and digital publications.
