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Tuchel Says Saka Pain-Free and Trained in Full but Starting Spot Remains Unclear

The update forces England to balance immediate match selection with longer-term minute management across the World Cup group stage.

Overview

  • Thomas Tuchel confirmed that Bukayo Saka is pain-free in his Achilles and completed full training on consecutive days, and said the winger is "ready to go."
  • Tuchel has not decided whether Saka will start against Ghana, leaving a direct selection contest on the right wing with Noni Madueke.
  • England and Arsenal have managed Saka’s recovery through an individualised rehab plan led by FA and club medical staff to control load after a March Achilles issue.
  • Team staff reported that Saka took part only partially in an earlier session but was involved in Sunday and Monday training, which informs cautious rotation choices.
  • Tuchel emphasised rotation and minute management for the compressed group schedule and also criticised hydration breaks as disruptive to match momentum.