Chalobah replaces injured Livramento in England's World Cup squad ahead of Croatia opener
The Newcastle defender suffered a calf injury in training and has been ruled out of the tournament, with Chelsea's Trevoh Chalobah called up from the standby list.
Tino Livramento has been ruled out of England's World Cup campaign through injury and has been replaced in Thomas Tuchel's squad by Chelsea defender Trevoh Chalobah.
Livramento suffered a calf injury during Sunday's training session as England prepared for their World Cup opener against Croatia on Wednesday. A scan on Monday confirmed he could play no further part in the tournament.
The Football Association said: "FIFA regulations allow participating teams to replace an outfield player up to 24 hours before their opening fixture."
Chalobah, who was on England's standby list, will travel to the team's base in Kansas City, while the rest of the squad heads to Dallas for Wednesday's Group L opener.
Chalobah made 47 appearances for Chelsea last season but was left on the bench for their FA Cup final defeat to Manchester City.
Frequently Asked Questions
- Why was Tino Livramento withdrawn from the England squad?
- Livramento suffered a calf injury during a training session on Sunday, and medical scans confirmed he would not be fit to play in the tournament.
- Who has replaced Tino Livramento in the World Cup squad?
- Chelsea defender Trevoh Chalobah, who was previously on Thomas Tuchel's standby list, has been called up to replace Livramento.
- When is England's first match in the 2026 World Cup?
- England will play their opening Group L fixture against Croatia on Wednesday in Dallas, Texas.