Hawkins among five World Cup winners in England squad
Rob Hawkins is among five Wheelchair Rugby League World Cup winners who will attempt to help England defend the trophy in Australia this autumn.
Chelsea forward Cole Palmer has abruptly withdrawn from England’s squad for the inaugural four matches of the 2026-27 UEFA Nations League due to a muscle injury, Sky Sports reported. The 24-year-old was recently recalled by England manager Thomas Tuchel on September 18, following his exclusion from the World Cup squad. However, Palmer will now miss the September and October international fixtures.
Palmer had played the full 90 minutes in Chelsea's recent Premier League match against Brentford, the same day Tuchel selected him for the England squad. He had been in good form, scoring four goals and providing two assists in seven appearances for the club. Tuchel had praised Palmer's contribution, stating that he has a role to prove.
Palmer had earlier expressed his commitment to staying injury-free and improving his fitness. The withdrawal leaves Tuchel to adjust his attacking options for the upcoming matches against Spain, Czechia, and Croatia.
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