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Ruben Loftus-Cheek Returns to England Squad After 5 Years

9/2/2025

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Summary

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Ruben Loftus-Cheek returns to the England squad for World Cup qualifiers against Andorra and Serbia, his first call-up since November 2018.
He replaces Adam Wharton, who is out with a groin injury from a recent match.
Loftus-Cheek has played 71 matches and scored 11 goals for AC Milan since joining in 2023.
England will play Andorra at home on September 6 and Serbia away on September 9.

History

Historical Context

England's national football team, established in 1872, achieved its only FIFA World Cup victory in 1966, defeating West Germany at Wembley Stadium. Since then, the Football Association has awarded over 1,000 caps to players. Ruben Loftus-Cheek's recent call-up highlights ongoing efforts to enhance the squad, especially following injuries, as England seeks to regain its competitive edge in international tournaments.

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Story summary

Ruben Loftus-Cheek returns to the England squad for World Cup qualifiers against Andorra and Serbia, his first call-up since November 2018.
He replaces Adam Wharton, who is out with a groin injury from a recent match.
Loftus-Cheek has played 71 matches and scored 11 goals for AC Milan since joining in 2023.
England will play Andorra at home on September 6 and Serbia away on September 9.

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