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Tuchel says Palmer missed too many chances to impress as England squad includes two uncapped players

Tuchel says Palmer missed too many chances to impress as England squad includes two uncapped players
World Sports · 18:07:23 - Saturday, 7 November 2026

England manager Thomas Tuchel has criticized Cole Palmer for missing too many opportunities to stake a claim for a regular place in the national team. Speaking after naming his latest squad, Tuchel indicated that Palmer's recent performances have not been sufficient to earn a consistent role.

The squad announcement also featured two uncapped players, reflecting Tuchel's willingness to explore new options ahead of upcoming fixtures. The identities of the uncapped players were not disclosed in the initial statement.

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