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Bukayo Saka might not start at the World Cup! Tuchel opposed?

A surprising twist for the winger

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The 24-year-old English winger Bukayo Saka, currently competing at the World Cup, faces the prospect of remaining on the bench, limited to substitute appearances rather than starting for his national team.

Details: According to The Touchline, England’s head coach Thomas Tuchel is unwilling to take any risks with Arsenal’s winger Bukayo Saka. The coach intends to start Saka only if he is 100% fit and ready for action.

🚨💣 𝐄𝐗𝐂𝐋𝐔𝐒𝐈𝐕𝐄: Thomas Tuchel is not willing to risk Bukayo Saka for this World Cup.

Bukayo is very excited, wanting to start matches for England already, but Tuchel disagrees.

Tuchel will only start Saka once he's entirely sure that he's 100% fit, despite Bukayo… pic.twitter.com/4pr877aCAC
— The Touchline | 𝐓 (@TouchlineX) June 22, 2026

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Despite Saka’s determination and confidence that he’s ready to start, the German manager remains steadfast in his decision. Saka has already received 20 minutes of game time against Croatia, coming on in the 72nd minute and providing a crucial assist in England’s 4-2 victory. England’s next fixture is scheduled for the evening of June 23, with the team set to face Ghana.

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