Bellingham at number 10? Will Saka start? It's decision time for Tuchel
England's World Cup preparations are complete, so who will now make it into Thomas Tuchel's team to face Croatia?
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Notable Quotes
"Maybe."
— Thomas Tuchel , Athlete
"But we will always keep our cards in our hand."
— Thomas Tuchel , Athlete
Key People
Anthony Gordon is a forward for the England national football team.
Bukayo Saka is a professional footballer who represents the England national team.
Jude Bellingham is a professional footballer playing for Real Madrid and the England national team.
Marcus Rashford is a forward for the England national football team.
Morgan Rogers is a footballer who has been recognized for his performance in England's qualifying campaign.
Noni Madueke is an England football player who plays as a forward.
Thomas Tuchel is the head coach of the England national football team.
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England's World Cup preparations are complete, so who will now make it into Thomas Tuchel's team to face Croatia?
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