SportFootballWorld Cup 2026Need to knowHarry Maguire was the most notable absentee from Thomas Tuchel's England squad for the World Cup - and his family haven't held back about the decision09:50, 22 May 2026The Maguire clan have come out in support of Harry(Image: PA)Everything Harry Maguire and his family have said about Thomas Tuchel's World Cup snubShock decision: England manager Thomas Tuchel stunned the footballing world by dropping veteran defender Harry Maguire from the final 26-man World Cup squad. The 33-year-old Manchester United centre-back had reestablished his form under Michael Carrick and fully expected to play a major role in the tournament.Maguire speaks out: Reacting on his own social media channels, Maguire said: "I was confident I could of 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. I’ve loved nothing more than putting that shirt on and representing my country over the years. I wish the players all the best this summerMum's fury: His mother, Zoe, led the familial backlash online with an immediate, furious reaction to the manager's decision. She made her feelings crystal clear across social media platforms, publicly venting her immense frustration on behalf of her son.No words minced: Taking to X (formerly Twitter), his mum bluntly stated that she was "absolutely disgusted" by the situation. She added: "You couldn't have done anymore. Hold your head high... Disgraceful."Brothers echo frustration: Harry's brother Laurence, who plays for Chesterfield, simply wrote: "Shambles." And fellow sibling Joe was equally unsparing with his words when assessing Tuchel's controversial call.Damning verdict: Joe boldly claimed that axing his brother might possibly be the "worst decision" he had ever seen in his entire life. "This might possibly be the worst decision I’ve ever seen in my life. No words," he posted.Sister's support: Adding to the family's unified front, Harry's sister Daisy chose to speak out on her Instagram account. She labelled the omission a "crazy decision" and firmly urged her brother to "keep your head up" despite the heartbreak.Wife's message: Maguire's other half, Fern, took to Instagram on Friday morning and wrote: "Beyond devastated for you. There was nothing else you could have possibly done to prove your worth. I don't need to tell you how admired you are, just a shame you were up against a single opinion. Forever behind you my love."READ MORE: Harry Maguire left out of England's World Cup squad as Man Utd star 'shocked and gutted'‌