The big questions for Tuchel's first England squad since World Cup
Before Thomas Tuchel names his first squad since the World Cup on Friday, BBC Sport looks at the big questions facing the England boss.
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"In the immediate aftermath of the semi-final in Atlanta, Tuchel and the players spoke of being too passive."
— Thomas Tuchel , Athlete
Key People
Bournemouth's 22-year-old English midfielder.
Cole Palmer is a forward for Chelsea and was left out of the England World Cup squad.
Dominic Calvert-Lewin is an English footballer who has represented the national team.
Harry Kane is a professional footballer and captain of the England national team.
Ivan Toney is a professional footballer who plays as a striker for the England national team.
Jarrad Branthwaite is an Everton defender who plays for England.
Kiernan Dewsbury-Hall is a professional footballer who was a new arrival at Everton.
Chelsea striker and English footballer, targeted by Everton.
Young England midfielder with potential transfer interest.
Ollie Watkins is an England football player who plays as a forward.
Phil Foden is a professional footballer who plays for the England national team.
Thomas Tuchel is the head coach of the England national football team.
Trent Alexander-Arnold is an English footballer who plays as a right-back for Liverpool.
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Before Thomas Tuchel names his first squad since the World Cup on Friday, BBC Sport looks at the big questions facing the England boss.
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