The 20 members of England's World Cup squad who could have represented other nations

More than three-quarters of England’s 2026 World Cup squad were eligible to play for another country, underlining the multicultural backgrounds that have helped shape the national team.

While stars from other nations – including Jamal Musiala, Erling Haaland and Michael Olise – could have represented England, no fewer than 20 of the 26 players selected in Thomas Tuchel’s Three Lions squad had the option of representing a different nation before committing their futures to England.

Here’s every member of England’s World Cup squad who could have taken a different international path.