England’s interim manager, Lee Carsley, has unveiled his first squad for the upcoming Nations League fixtures, featuring a fresh wave of talent and notable omissions.
Four uncapped players have been included in the squad: Angel Gomes, Tino Livramento, Morgan Gibbs-White, and Noni Madueke. This signifies a potential shift in direction for the English national team, with Carsley looking to inject youthful energy and fresh perspectives into the team.
The squad selection also sees the return of Jack Grealish and Harry Maguire, who were both left out of the recent European Championship squad. However, experienced defender Kyle Walker has been omitted from the team, while goalkeeper Aaron Ramsdale and striker Ivan Toney also did not make the cut.
Left back Luke Shaw and midfielder Jude Bellingham are unavailable for selection due to injury, further impacting Carsley’s choices.
England will face Ireland in Dublin on September 7th and then take on Finland at Wembley three days later. This Nations League campaign presents a crucial opportunity for Carsley to stamp his mark on the team ahead of a new era under a permanent manager.
Newcastle United defender Kieran Trippier, meanwhile, announced his retirement from international football earlier on Thursday, shortly before the squad announcement. His decision marks the end of a successful international career for the experienced defender.
England will be hoping to make a strong start to the Nations League campaign, with a blend of established stars and exciting new talent set to take the field.
