Thomas Tuchel said on Friday he does not fear leaving "extraordinary talents" out of England's World Cup squad, boldly stating his aim is to win the tournament.

Tuchel has no fears after omitting star names from England's World Cup squad

England defender Harry Maguire said Thursday he was "shocked and gutted" to have been left out of Thomas Tuchel's World Cup squad.

Maguire 'shocked' to be omitted from England World Cup squad

With the start of the 2026 World Cup in North America now barely three weeks away, we run the rule over the leading contenders at the first-ever 48-team finals (world ranking in brackets):

How are the World Cup favourites shaping up?

England's final two World Cup warm-up friendlies will likely take place in sweltering Florida heat after the Three Lions' schedule was finalised on Thursday.

England set for World Cup warm-up friendlies in Florida heat

Manchester United's Harry Maguire hopes to be selected in Thomas Tuchel’s 26-man England squad for this year’s World Cup in North America, with the 33-year-old saying he remains one of the best defenders in the world despite his age.

Maguire desperate to be part of England World Cup squad

Thomas Tuchel said Phil Foden's place in England's World Cup squad is "not a guarantee" after failing once more to hit peak form for the Three Lions.

Tuchel casts doubt on Foden's World Cup chances

England can succeed without Harry Kane but it is easier to win when he is in the team, manager Thomas Tuchel said after his side lost limply at home without their injured talismanic captain.

Kane's absence hurt England in defeat to Japan, says Tuchel

Japan boss Hajime Moriyasu said his team's historic 1-0 win against England on Tuesday would give them the confidence to make a major impact at the World Cup.

Beating England will boost Japan's World Cup challenge: Moriyasu

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