Manchester United's English defender #05 Harry Maguire reacts after the English Premier League football match between Liverpool and Manchester United at Anfield in Liverpool, north west England on October 19, 2025. (Photo by PETER POWELL / AFP) /
England defender Harry Maguire said Thursday he was “shocked and gutted” to have been left out of Thomas Tuchel’s World Cup squad.
The German coach will name his 26-man squad for the tournament in North America on Friday and began making calls to players the previous day.
Manchester United’s Maguire was part of the England squad in March, having received his first call-up under Tuchel, but the 66-cap defender has confirmed he will not be going to the World Cup.
The centre-back, 33, posted on social media: “I was confident I could (have) played a major part this summer for my country after the season I’ve had. I’ve been left shocked and gutted by the decision. Related News Kwara keen to extend unbeaten run in Yenagoa Bassey speaks on Ajax struggles, Fulham revival Iheanacho scores as Celtic win Scottish Cup to complete double
