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England Cup Numbers Reveal Tuchel’s Likely Starting XI

6/2/2026

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England announced Cup squad numbers, revealing manager Thomas Tuchel’s likely starting XI.
Real Madrid midfielder Jude Bellingham was given No 10, suggesting an attacking role over Aston Villa’s Morgan Rogers (No 17).
Manchester City assigned No 3 to left-back Nico O'Reilly and No 5 and No 6 to centre-backs John Stones and Marc Guehi, marking the hierarchy.
Manchester City forwards Marcus Rashford and Anthony Gordon will wear No 11 and No 18, with right-back Reece James retaining No 24.

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England announced Cup squad numbers, revealing manager Thomas Tuchel’s likely starting XI.
Real Madrid midfielder Jude Bellingham was given No 10, suggesting an attacking role over Aston Villa’s Morgan Rogers (No 17).
Manchester City assigned No 3 to left-back Nico O'Reilly and No 5 and No 6 to centre-backs John Stones and Marc Guehi, marking the hierarchy.
Manchester City forwards Marcus Rashford and Anthony Gordon will wear No 11 and No 18, with right-back Reece James retaining No 24.