England's World Cup squad analysed: Wharton woe, lucky Toney and where's the creativity?

England’s 26-man World Cup squad is confirmed — and, as usual, the debate has started in earnest.Thomas Tuchel’s picks have proved divisive, with high-profile stars such as Cole Palmer, Phil Foden and Harry Maguire and in-form creative players Morgan Gibbs-White and Adam Wharton all left out. Meanwhile, there were places for veteran midfielder Jordan Henderson and Ivan Toney, who has spent the last two seasons in the Saudi Pro League.We asked a panel of Athletic experts to debate Tuchel’s choices.Advertisement