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Six big surprises in England’s squad for the Nations League

Jobe Bellingham and Josh King earn first call-ups for fixtures against Croatia and Spain

Jobe Bellingham could line up against brother Jude in England's midfield (Photo: AFP)

Thomas Tuchel has delivered six surprises in an unusual England squad for the upcoming Nations League fixtures against Croatia and Spain.

There are first time call-ups for Fulham’s Josh King and Jude Bellingham’s younger brother Jobe, while Brighton’s Jason Steele takes the third goalkeeper spot ahead of Crystal Palace’s Dean Henderson.

Cole Palmer, widely tipped for a return to the squad, misses out in the attacking positions alongside Phil Foden, while Ben White makes a surprise return in defence.

More to follow…

England’s Nations League Fixtures

England vs Croatia – 12 November 7:45pm, Wembley Stadium

Spain vs England – Sunday 15 November 7:45pm, The Riyadh Air Metropolitano

England can top the group with at least one win providing Spain, who sit three points in front with inferior goal difference, drop points against Czech Republic and Croatia.

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