Marcus Rashford’s renaissance is set to continue with Thomas Tuchel ready to reward the on loan Aston Villa forward with a place in his first England squad. Gareth Southgate’s successor will confirm the 23 players who will compete for places in the upcoming World Cup qualifiers against Albania and Latvia on Friday lunchtime.

New England coach Thomas Tuchel recalled striker Marcus Rashford and midfielder Jordan Henderson as he raised eyebrows with his first squad announcement on Friday.

Aston Villa forward Marcus Rashford has been named in Thomas Tuchel's first squad as England manager. Rashford last played for England in a friendly against Brazil in March 2024 but has impressed since joining Villa on loan from Manchester United in January.