England’s 2026 World Cup Squad Omits Liverpool Stars for First Time Since 1986

England’s final 26-man squad for the 2026 World Cup contains no Liverpool players, breaking a 40-year tradition. Manager Thomas Tuchel has instead selected stars from Arsenal, Manchester City, Newcastle and Aston Villa based on form and tactical balance. This historic omission marks the first time since the Mexico 1986 tournament that no Merseyside talent will represent the Three Lions. Liverpool legends from Ray Clemence to Jordan Henderson have long featured at major tournaments, making this year’s squad all the more striking. Tuchel’s decision highlights his focus on current form and positional needs. Key names heading to North America include Bukayo Saka, Declan Rice, Anthony Gordon, Morgan Rogers and Marc Guéhi.

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