Harry Maguire has been left out of England’s World Cup squad by Thomas Tuchel, despite enjoying an impressive second half of the season under Michael Carrick at Manchester United
Harry Maguire’s mum says that she’s ‘absolutely disgusted’ by her son’s omission from the England squad. Maguire, 33, has missed out on Thomas Tuchel’s 26-man squad which will be announced on Friday morning.
But news regarding the Manchester United star emerged on Thursday night and he soon confirmed his axe on social media amid outrage from fans who believe that he should’ve been called up. In a post on Instagram, Maguire commented: “I was confident I could of played a major part this summer for my country after the season I’ve had.
“I’ve been left shocked and gutted by the decision. I’ve loved nothing more than putting that shirt on and representing my country over the years. I wish the players, all the best this summer.”
His mum, Zoe, didn’t need nearly as many words to express her opinion. On X, she wrote: “Absolutely disgusted.”
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Tuchel will explain his decision regarding Maguire at a press conference on Friday, and the centre-back isn’t the only big name to miss out. Cole Palmer, Phil Foden, Luke Shaw and Morgan Gibbs-White are also among the high-profile omissions.
It was Maguire’s mum who ‘started crying’ when he returned to the England squad in March following an 18-month absence. Discussing his recall, the 33-year-old said: “It’s amazing. It’s something I’ve missed.
“When you don’t get picked, when you’ve been a regular for six or seven years, it’s tough. I spoke to the manager and he told me I was in.
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“I phoned my family. My mum was on holiday and she was crying. I’m in a position now in my career where it is not so much about myself.
“I’m 33. If I play one minute at the World Cup or every game, I will do everything to make sure this country is successful.”
But now the only football Maguire that will be playing this summer will be during United’s pre-season. The Red Devils are due to travel Europe for a number of friendlies while England battle it out to end 66 years of hurt in North America.
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