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How England Keep Getting BETTER Under Thomas Tuchel

England manager Thomas Tuchel has announceed his squad for the final international window of 2025 on Friday, with Jude Bellingham returning for the team’s last two qualifiers ahead of the 2026 World Cup.

Tuchel’s side became the first European side to qualify for next summer’s tournament in October when they beat Latvia in Riga, and attention now turns to preparations as the manager attempts to gel his side while working out his best XI.

Bellingham and Phil Foden were among the notable names to miss out on the squad last time, but both have returned to the group along with Crystal Palace midfielder Adam Wharton. And there was a surprise first call-up for Bournemouth midfielder Alex Scott after impressing for the Cherries this season in the Premier League.

England face Serbia at Wembley on 13 November before a trip to face Albania in Tirana on 16 November.

Bournemouth's Alex Scott called up

Perhaps the biggest surprise of the squad is the inclusion of Bournemouth midfielder Alex Scott.

Scott has been excelling for the Cherries this season who currently sit fifth in the Premier League table.

Scott has one goal and one assist in the top flight but his performances have been a stabling presence for Bournemouth.

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Mike Jones7 November 2025 10:05

Who will make the England squad?

Thomas Tuchel’s squad selections should be dropping in a few minutes time (at 10am).

We’ll then dissect the picks and compare them with the previous squad from September.

The England boss is then scheduled to hold a press conference at 11am explaining his selections.

Mike Jones7 November 2025 09:56

A surprise recall for Welbeck?

Brighton head coach Fabian Hurzeler said he was sure the “other German” Thomas Tuchel will make the right call over whether to hand Danny Welbeck an England recall.

34-year-old Welbeck has now scored six times in the Premier League this season and is the highest ranked Englishman in the goalscoring charts.

“Again it’s not my decision. I’m happy he’s in my team,” said Herzeler when asked if Welbeck should be called up,.

“I’m sure the other German will make the right decision.”

Mike Jones7 November 2025 09:39

'Phil is back'

Picking up on the possible selection or omission of Phil Foden, Pep Guardiola believes Thomas Tuchel will make the correct decision for England.

“Thomas is so smart and wise and knows exactly what he needs,” the City boss said following City’s win over Dortmund.

“I think Thomas knows perfectly Phil and Phil is playing better and better.

“England is lucky to have many players in this position and that’s what he had to push and be better and say, ‘I’m going to show how good I am’.”

He also summed up his thoughts on Foden’s resurgence by simply saying: “Phil is back.”