Livramento left out of England squad for Latvia match

Newcastle United’s rising star Tino Livramento has been omitted from England’s final squad for their upcoming World Cup qualifier against Latvia. The 22-year-old defender, who remained on the bench during England’s 2-0 victory over Albania at Wembley, did not make the cut for Monday’s match.

UEFA regulations require a trimmed-down 23-player matchday squad, forcing manager Thomas Tuchel to make tough decisions ahead of the fixture.

In a reshuffled lineup, Nottingham Forest’s dynamic midfielder Morgan Gibbs-White and Liverpool’s promising center-back Jarrel Quansah have been recalled after missing the Albania game. Meanwhile, Newcastle winger Anthony Gordon has withdrawn due to injury, returning to his club for recovery.

Another notable absence is Arsenal goalkeeper Aaron Ramsdale, who continues to be sidelined as England prepares to take on Latvia at Wembley under the floodlights (19:45 GMT kickoff).

Tuchel emphasized the importance of building a cohesive unit rather than simply assembling the most talented individuals. “Our focus is on getting the process right to form the strongest possible team,” he stated.

“Sometimes that means leaving out exceptional players, even if they have great potential. Over the next 16 months, our priority isn’t just gathering the best 26 players—it’s about crafting the right team with the right mentality.

Qualifiers demand one approach, but tournament football requires a completely different level of unity and spirit.”

The decision to exclude Livramento highlights the fierce competition for places in England’s squad, with Tuchel prioritizing balance and chemistry as the Three Lions aim to secure their spot in the World Cup.

Fans will be eager to see whether Gibbs-White and Quansah can seize their opportunities and stake a claim for a permanent role in the national team setup.

With high stakes on the horizon, every selection carries weight as England continues their quest for glory on the international stage.