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Saka back in training as England prepare for Ghana

Saka trains, Ghana decision looms

Bukayo Saka is back in full training ahead of England's second World Cup group match against Ghana on Tuesday (1). That is the image every fan wanted to see. Tuchel now has a real decision, does Saka start, or does he come off the bench? The Arsenal winger is England's most dangerous runner in behind.

Vieira: Madueke is the man for this system

Patrick Vieira has made the case for Noni Madueke to start against Ghana. His reasoning is direct: Kane drops deep, so you need wingers who explode into the space behind at pace. "You are not going to find somebody better than Madueke to do it," Vieira said (5). With Saka returning from injury, Tuchel has options, and a headache.

Reece James gets his Ghana test

Reece James is expected to feature against Ghana as Tuchel continues to shape his backline through the group stage (7). James missed the opener. This is his chance to lock down the right-back spot.

Watkins on Tuchel: he will shout at you

Ollie Watkins gave a candid look inside the England camp. Tuchel is not afraid to raise his voice. "He's not scared to shout at players," Watkins said, adding that the manager demands intensity in every session (3). No one is coasting.

Chalobah's whirlwind: Times Square to World Cup squad

Trevoh Chalobah was in New York when the call came. Tino Livramento's injury opened a door, and Chalobah went from holiday to World Cup squad in a matter of hours (4) (6). The Chelsea defender had been left out of the original selection. Now he is one training session away from a cap.

Anderson quiet on Forest future

Elliot Anderson addressed the noise around his club future without saying much. The Nottingham Forest midfielder kept his cards close, refusing to be drawn on whether he stays or goes this summer (2). Focus is on the World Cup for now.

Arsenal kid Thompson wanted by half the league

Kyran Thompson, 16, is out of contract at Arsenal on June 30 and Spurs, Chelsea, and Manchester City are circling (8). Arsenal want to keep him. The decision lands soon.

Fan reactions

The mood among England fans online is split between nostalgia and anticipation. The Maradona anniversary posts are everywhere, 40 years since the Hand of God and the Goal of the Century, and supporters are reliving both with a mix of pain and grudging admiration. Meanwhile, excitement is building for Tuesday's Ghana clash, with Saka's return dominating the pre-match chatter. See what fans are saying

Sources

  • 1. bbc.com — Saka trains with England squad before Ghana match
  • 2. bbc.com — Elliot Anderson addresses speculation over his future
  • 3. bbc.com — Tuchel not afraid to shout at players - Watkins
  • 4. theguardian.com — From Times Square to England squad: Trevoh Chalobah realises World Cup dream
  • 5. justarsenal.com — Patrick Vieira Defends Arsenal Star Ahead Of England’s Ghana Clash
  • 6. readchelsea.com — Trevoh Chalobah Reveals New York Call That Changed His World Cup
  • 7. readchelsea.com — Reece James Set For Fresh England World Cup Test Against Ghana
  • 8. justarsenal.com — Arsenal Facing Fight To Keep Highly-Rated Academy Star