Bellingham Returns to England Squad, Alexander-Arnold Remains Sidelined.

London – Jude Bellingham has been recalled to the England national team squad for the upcoming international fixtures, marking his return after a period of absence due to a shoulder injury. However, his Real Madrid teammate, Trent Alexander-Arnold, continues to be unavailable for selection as he recovers from a thigh injury.

Bellingham’s inclusion comes after he missed the previous two international breaks as he recuperated from surgery to address a shoulder problem. Since late September, he has gradually reintegrated into club football, regaining his fitness and form.

Following a relatively quiet start, where he went without a goal or assist in his first six appearances, Bellingham has found his scoring touch, registering three goals and one assist in his last four matches. This resurgence in form has prompted England manager Gareth Southgate to reinstate him into the squad for the November international window.

Alexander-Arnold’s continued absence is a setback for both the player and the national team. He recently made his return to the Liverpool lineup, but the lingering effects of the thigh injury, which had sidelined him for an extended period, have prevented him from joining up with the England squad.

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Alongside Bellingham’s return, Manchester City’s attacking midfielder Phil Foden has also been recalled after missing out on selection in September and October. Foden’s teammate, Rico Lewis, has also earned a place in the squad, reflecting his consistent performances for the Premier League champions.

In defense, Bayer Leverkusen’s Jarrad Branthwaite receives his first senior call-up, recognizing his regular playing time and impressive displays in the Bundesliga. However, there is no place in the squad for players such as Morgan Gibbs-White, Ruben Loftus-Cheek, Myles Lewis-Skelly, Ollie Watkins, and Danny Welbeck, indicating the competitive nature of selection.

Marcus Rashford retains his place in the squad, following his recent performances for Manchester United. Crystal Palace midfielder Adam Wharton has also been recalled, having last featured for England during the Euro 2024 qualifiers.

Bournemouth’s Alex Scott receives his first senior England call-up after a string of impressive performances for his club. Scott, who joined Bournemouth in the summer transfer window, has quickly established himself as a key player for the Cherries.

England currently lead Group C of the Euro 2024 qualifying campaign, having accumulated 16 points from six matches. They sit ahead of Ukraine, Italy, North Macedonia, and Malta in the group standings.

England could secure their qualification for the Euro 2024 tournament with a victory over Malta on November 17, or with a draw, provided that North Macedonia does not defeat Italy. The Three Lions will also face North Macedonia on November 20 in their final qualifying match.

Full England Squad

Goalkeepers:

Dean Henderson (Crystal Palace): Henderson has been a consistent performer for Crystal Palace, providing a reliable presence in goal. He has earned three caps for England.
Jordan Pickford (Everton): Pickford remains the established first-choice goalkeeper for England, having been a mainstay in the national team for several years. He has 58 caps for England.
Nick Pope (Newcastle United): Pope has impressed with his performances for Newcastle United, showcasing his shot-stopping ability and commanding presence. He has 10 caps for England.

Defenders:

Dan Burn (Newcastle United): Burn has been a solid and dependable defender for Newcastle United, contributing to their defensive stability. He has one cap for England.
Marc Guehi (Crystal Palace): Guehi has established himself as a promising young defender, displaying composure and maturity in his performances for Crystal Palace. He has nine caps for England.
Reece James (Chelsea): James is a versatile defender known for his attacking prowess and defensive capabilities. However, his availability has been hampered by injuries in recent times. He has 16 caps for England.
Ezri Konsa (Aston Villa): Konsa has been a consistent performer for Aston Villa, forming a solid partnership in central defense. He has one cap for England.
Rico Lewis (Manchester City): Lewis is a young and promising defender who has impressed with his versatility and technical ability for Manchester City. He has one cap for England.
Jarrad Branthwaite (Everton, on loan at PSV Eindhoven): Branthwaite has been gaining valuable experience on loan at PSV Eindhoven, showcasing his potential as a future England international. He is uncapped.
John Stones (Manchester City): Stones is an experienced defender known for his composure on the ball and ability to play out from the back. He has 68 caps for England.
Kieran Trippier (Newcastle United): Trippier is an experienced and reliable defender known for his set-piece delivery and defensive capabilities. He has 46 caps for England.

Midfielders:

Elliot Anderson (Newcastle United): Anderson is a young and promising midfielder who has impressed with his creativity and technical ability for Newcastle United. He is uncapped.
Jude Bellingham (Real Madrid): Bellingham is a highly sought-after midfielder who has excelled for both Borussia Dortmund and Real Madrid. He is known for his athleticism, technical ability, and goal-scoring threat. He has 27 caps for England.
Jordan Henderson (Al-Ettifaq): Henderson is an experienced midfielder who provides leadership and stability to the England team. He has 81 caps for England.
Declan Rice (Arsenal): Rice is a combative and influential midfielder who has established himself as a key player for both West Ham United and Arsenal. He has 48 caps for England.
Morgan Rogers (Aston Villa): Rogers has impressed with his performances for Middlesbrough, showcasing his potential as a future England international. He is uncapped.
Alex Scott (Bournemouth): Scott is a young and promising midfielder who has impressed with his performances for Bournemouth. He is uncapped.
Adam Wharton (Crystal Palace): Wharton is a young and promising midfielder who has impressed with his performances for Crystal Palace. He is uncapped.

Forwards:

Jarrod Bowen (West Ham United): Bowen has been a consistent goal-scorer for West Ham United, earning him a place in the England squad. He has five caps for England.
Eberechi Eze (Crystal Palace): Eze is a creative and skillful attacking midfielder who has impressed with his performances for Crystal Palace. He has two caps for England.
Phil Foden (Manchester City): Foden is a versatile and talented attacking player who has emerged as a key player for Manchester City. He has 27 caps for England.
Anthony Gordon (Newcastle United): Gordon is a young and promising winger who has impressed with his performances for Newcastle United. He has two caps for England.
Harry Kane (Bayern Munich): Kane is the captain and leading goal-scorer for England, having established himself as one of the world’s best strikers. He has 87 caps for England and 62 goals.
Marcus Rashford (Manchester United): Rashford is a dynamic and versatile attacking player who has been a consistent performer for Manchester United. He has 57 caps for England.
Bukayo Saka (Arsenal): Saka is a versatile and exciting attacking player who has become a key player for both Arsenal and England. He has 30 caps for England.

The inclusion of young and promising players such as Branthwaite, Lewis, Anderson, Scott and Wharton reflects Southgate’s commitment to developing the next generation of England internationals. The squad also features a blend of experience and youth, with established players such as Kane, Henderson, and Stones providing leadership and stability.

England’s upcoming fixtures against Malta and North Macedonia will provide an opportunity for the team to secure their place in the Euro 2024 tournament and continue their preparations for the competition. The return of Bellingham and Foden will bolster the team’s attacking options, while the emergence of new talent will add depth and competition to the squad.

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