Overview
- Manchester United pair Kobbie Mainoo and Harry Maguire return to the squad after a resurgence under Michael Carrick.
- Trent Alexander-Arnold is omitted, with other absentees including Ollie Watkins and Luke Shaw as Tuchel narrows options.
- Everton’s James Garner receives a first call-up, while Brighton’s Jason Steele is included largely as a training presence.
- Tuchel will run the camp in two phases, bringing in 19 outfield players and four goalkeepers first, then resting 10–11 high‑minute players to join for the Japan match.
- England host Uruguay on March 27 and Japan on March 31 at Wembley in their final friendlies before the World Cup squad is finalized.