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Can’t Waste It – Five England Stars Who Must Make Call-Up Count

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Rio Ngumoha Following his first cap in June, when Ngumoha was called up to bolster the squad for the friendlies ahead of the World Cup, the Liverpool teenager has earned another chance with the Three Lions, highlighting the potential Tuchel sees in him. If Tuchel is looking for a young player ready to seize his moment, Ngumoha has every reason to believe he can be that man.



The Toffees starlet made his senior England debut in March under Tuchel, who labelled him an underrated player after handing him his first call-up. He featured in the games against Japan and Uruguay, but has been forced to bide his time for another chance since, with a place on the flight to North America eluding him.

With four matches on the horizon, Garner now has the chance to remind Tuchel of what he has to offer. Now, with Tuchel watching, the left-footed defender has a chance to show the England boss what he can offer and make a strong case for more regular international involvement.