England last won the World Cup back in 1966, but Gareth Southgate has brought England closer to success than any other manager.
After reaching the finals of Euro 2021 last summer and the last four in Russia 2018, England fans can’t wait for the 2022 FIFA World Cup.
FIFA has increased the squad to 26 for the 2022 World Cup in Qatar from the previous 23 players, including three goalkeepers.
This gives Gareth more room for some riskier decisions in his team, the additional positions allow for greater experimentation, particularly in attacking areas, and could give Gareth the opportunity to select less experienced players to provide an element of surprise in Qatar.
Up to 24 hours before the first match of the World Cup, teams can substitute players due to serious illness or injury.
Due to injuries, Ben Chilwell and Reece James were excluded from the competition, while after surgery this year, Kyle Walker and Kalvin Phillips were unexpected additions.
Injuries aside, Gareth has had to make some tough decisions for the team in other areas.
Midfielder James Maddison has just one cap for England, but his good performances have earned him a place in the squad.
Ivan Toney and Fikayo Tomori will be disappointed to be left out as Southgate selects a player who has been key to his previous success at major championships.
Nevertheless, the list of players who will represent England and try to win the deserved first place at the 2022 World Cup in Qatar, has been selected, and they are:
- Jordan Pickford
- Nick Pope
- Aaron Ramsdale
- Trent Alexander-Arnold
- Conor Coady
- Eric Dier
- Harry Maguire
- Luke Shaw
- John Stones
- Kieran Trippier
- Kyle Walker
- Ben White
- Jude Bellingham
- Conor Gallagher
- Jordan Henderson
- Mason Mount
- Kalvin Phillips
- Declan Rice
- Phil Foden
- Jack Grealish
- Harry Kane
- James Maddison
- Marcus Rashford
- Bukayo Saka
- Raheem Sterling
- Callum Wilson
Good luck England, and of course bring us that long-desired and awaited gold from the FIFA World Cup Qatar 2022.
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