England's national team has named its squad for Saturday's Nations League opener against world champions Spain. The match, set to take place at Wembley, marks England's return to competitive action following their third-place finish at the 2022 World Cup. Manager Thomas Tuchel has selected 27 players for the encounter, with several Premier League stars included.
Liverpool's 18-year-old talent Rio Ngumoha, who had been called up by Tuchel, was left out of the final squad. The decision comes amid a little-known Uefa rule that affects player eligibility for international fixtures. Ngumoha, who has impressed with Liverpool, will miss the match but remains in contention for future selections.
The Nations League, a new competition introduced by UEFA, features teams competing in a group stage with the top teams advancing to a knockout phase. Spain, the reigning world champions, are expected to be a strong opponent. England's performance in the match could set the tone for their campaign in the tournament.
Bookmakers have England as third favorites in the 2026/27 Nations League, behind Spain and France. The match is anticipated to draw significant attention, with fans eager to see how the Three Lions fare against the reigning champions.
