Branthwaite, Garner and King omitted for Spain game
England manager Thomas Tuchel omits Josh King, James Garner and Jarrad Branthwaite from his squad to face Spain on Sunday night.
Thomas Tuchel has left out Josh King, James Garner and Jarrad Branthwaite from England's squad to face world champions Spain in a Nations League game on Sunday night. The trio were unused substitutes in Thursday's 2-1 victory over Croatia. England arrived in Spain with a squad of 26 players, but UEFA rules dictate only 23 players can be selected for the Nations League match.
Ezri Konsa and Djed Spence's return to fitness has influenced the selection, as they could start in the XI while Jordan Pickford is replaced in goal by James Trafford. King, a 19-year-old midfielder, will not feature in this window but fellow first-time call-ups Jobe Bellingham and James Hill are included. Ben White, who faced booing when he came on as a substitute in the Croatia game, remains part of the reduced 23-man squad.
England are three points behind Spain in their group and a win would secure top spot, with a superior goal difference already in their favor.
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