Real Madrid star snubbed by England manager Thomas Tuchel for World Cup squad
Real Madrid's Trent Alexander-Arnold has been excluded from England's World Cup squad by manager Thomas Tuchel. Despite a late improvement in form, his overall performance this season was not enough to secure a spot. Teammates Jude Bellingham and Marcus Rashford have made the squad, highlighting the competitive nature of selection.
- ▪Trent Alexander-Arnold will not participate in the World Cup after being left out of the England squad.
- ▪He had a mixed debut season at Real Madrid, competing with Dani Carvajal for the starting right-back position.
- ▪Despite playing 30 matches and providing five assists, his defensive performance raised concerns.
- ▪Jude Bellingham and Marcus Rashford were selected for the squad despite their own inconsistent seasons.
- ▪Alexander-Arnold is the second high-profile Real Madrid player not to make the World Cup squad, following Eduardo Camavinga.
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