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Tuchel Chooses Rogers as England's No. 10 vs. Serbia

11/14/2025

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Summary

Story summary

Thomas Tuchel, England manager, selects Morgan Rogers to start in the No. 10 role for the World Cup qualifier against Serbia.
Jude Bellingham will start on the bench after shoulder surgery.
Tuchel says Rogers and Bellingham are friends who can only play together in a different formation, highlighting competition.
England has already qualified for the 2026 World Cup and will avoid experimenting in these qualifiers at Wembley Stadium.

History

Historical Context

England's failure to qualify for the 1994 FIFA World Cup marked a significant shift in football management, prompting the Football Association to invest in youth development. This led to the emergence of talents like Jude Bellingham. The absence of England and France from the tournament underscored the evolving competitive landscape, influencing strategic choices for future qualifiers, including the upcoming 2026 World Cup.

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Story summary

Thomas Tuchel, England manager, selects Morgan Rogers to start in the No. 10 role for the World Cup qualifier against Serbia.
Jude Bellingham will start on the bench after shoulder surgery.
Tuchel says Rogers and Bellingham are friends who can only play together in a different formation, highlighting competition.
England has already qualified for the 2026 World Cup and will avoid experimenting in these qualifiers at Wembley Stadium.

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