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The Independent UK
The Independent UK
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Jonathan Veal

England confirm injury blow ahead of Albania clash

  • England defender Marc Guehi has withdrawn from the squad for Sunday's World Cup qualifier against Albania due to a foot injury.
  • Guehi will not recover in time for the Group K finale and has returned to his club for treatment, as confirmed by an FA statement.
  • No replacement has been called up, so England will travel to Albania with a 24-man squad.
  • England's place at next summer's World Cup is already assured, and they aim to close out qualification with a 100 per cent record.
  • Manager Thomas Tuchel may make changes to the team, with Jude Bellingham and Phil Foden among those pushing for starting berths.

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England star withdraws from squad for final World Cup qualifier against Albania

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