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Tuchel’s World Cup Squad Revealed: Shock Decisions & Big Calls

The wait is finally over! Thomas Tuchel has named his World Cup squad, and the debate is already raging.


Join Sam Matterface, Alex Crook, Gabby Agbonlahor, and Stuart Pearce as they break down the biggest inclusions, the shock omissions, and whether this group has what it takes to bring it home on the world stage.

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