England's starting XI to face Albania has been 'leaked' just hours ahead of Thomas Tuchel taking charge of his first game following his appointment. Tuchel leads England into a new era, having replaced Sir Gareth Southgate, who left his role after last summer's Euro 2024.

Of the 26-man squad Tuchel initially named last week, only Cole Palmer is missing, with the playmaker having picked up a minor injury ahead of Chelsea’s defeat by Arsenal last weekend. Nottingham Forest midfielder Morgan Gibbs-White was the beneficiary, earning a late call-up in Palmer’s place.

England play their first game under Thomas Tuchel when they launch their 2026 World Cup qualifying campaign against Albania at Wembley.The Three Lions have reached the past two European Championship finals,