Tuchel Confirms Arsenal Stars to Join England Squad Ahead of World Cup

England manager Thomas Tuchel confirmed that four Arsenal players—Bukayo Saka, Declan Rice, Eberechi Eze, and Noni Madueke—will join the England squad this Saturday as preparations intensify ahead of the World Cup this summer. Despite their recent Premier League title win with Arsenal, the players have been granted additional time off before linking up with the national team.

Tuchel praised the quartet for their contributions to Arsenal’s historic league success and highlighted the pride they should feel after achieving the club’s primary goal. Although the players will not participate in the upcoming friendly against New Zealand in Miami, Florida, their integration into the squad marks an important step in England’s tournament buildup.

The England coach also addressed Arsenal’s narrow defeat in the Champions League final, acknowledging the players’ resilience in pushing the reigning champions to a penalty shootout. Tuchel emphasized there was no need for disappointment and expressed confidence that the players would arrive in positive spirits, ready to contribute to the team’s World Cup campaign.