Lee Carsley Names First England Squad

Lee Carsley has announced his first England squad as interim manager, featuring four uncapped players: Noni Madueke, Tino Livramento, Morgan Gibbs-White, and Angel Gomes. Notably absent from the squad are Kyle Walker, Marcus Rashford, and James Maddison, while Kieran Trippier has retired from international football. Jack Grealish and Harry Maguire have made returns after being omitted from the Euro 2024 squad. Injuries have sidelined Jude Bellingham and Luke Shaw, and Ben White remains absent despite the managerial change. The squad will compete in UEFA Nations League matches against the Republic of Ireland and Finland, marking a new era following Gareth Southgate's departure after the Euro 2024 final. Carsley expressed his excitement for the role and the importance of integrating fresh talent into the team.