Overview
- Walker ends a 14-year international career on 96 caps, having played at five major tournaments and started the Euro 2021 and 2024 finals.
- His final England appearance came in a friendly against Senegal in June 2025, after which he was omitted from Thomas Tuchel’s recent squads.
- Reece James has taken over as first-choice right-back, reflecting a broader transition in England’s defensive options.
- Tuchel paid tribute, calling Walker one of England’s greats, and the FA plans a post-World Cup tribute to mark his service.
- Walker said he is proud to have represented his country and will now focus on his club commitments at Burnley while supporting England as a fan.