Harry Maguire will miss out on England's 2026 World Cup squad, according to reports from talkSPORT journalist Ben Jacobs. The Manchester United centre-back has been left stunned by his omission despite enjoying an impressive second half of the season at Old Trafford. Manager Thomas Tuchel will announce his 26-player selection on Friday for the tournament taking place across Canada, Mexico and the United States.
Maguire released a statement expressing his disappointment with the decision. "I was confident I could have played a major part this summer for my country after the season I've had," the defender said. "I've been left shocked and gutted by the decision. I wish the players all the best." The 31-year-old's exclusion comes as a surprise to many, given his recent form and experience as a senior player in international football, having earned 72 caps for the Three Lions.
Mainoo and Rogers Set to Join Squad
While Maguire misses the cut, Kobbie Mainoo is expected to make the squad despite limited playing time during the first half of the season under Ruben Amorim. The midfielder has since become a regular fixture in United's midfield and will represent England in the summer tournament. Additionally, Morgan Rogers will complete a remarkable week by earning selection after winning the Europa League with Aston Villa on Wednesday, where he was named Player of the Season in that competition.
Among the certainties for England's selection are Declan Rice, Jordan Pickford, Bukayo Saka and Harry Kane. Kane himself has backed the current squad, telling the Press Association: "I think our squad is as good as we've ever had. When you look at the starting XI, you look at the players coming off the bench, we're going into the tournament as one of the favourites." There are also rumours that Chelsea defender Levi Colwill could earn a shock recall despite not featuring in recent caps, with his last appearance coming 11 months ago.
Tuchel's squad announcement on Friday will clarify England's final preparations as the nation aims to mount a genuine challenge for the World Cup trophy in North America.
