Thomas Tuchel deals Harry Maguire a brutal reality check with John Stones exception madeHarry Maguire is back in the England squad for the first time in two years, but the Manchester United defender is still facing a significant battle to force his way to the World CupView 3 Images Harry Maguire was back for England during their draw with Uruguay at WembleyThomas Tuchel is ready to give John Stones a sick note until the World Cup. But Tuchel then warned Harry Maguire is still well down the pecking order for places on the plane to the United States this summer. ‌However, England boss Tuchel is willing to make an exception for “ world class” Stones despite his injury issues because he is such a big fan of the Manchester City centre half. Tuchel said on Stones: “He's obviously very upset and at the moment he gets my full support because it helps him more than putting more pressure. View 3 Images Thomas Tuchel has said numerous players are ahead of Maguire in the pecking order (Image: ITV Football)‌“Also John Stones but he had injuries so he needed to come in camp.

Source: Daily Mirror March 28, 2026 23:09 UTC