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  1. Goodbye for nowpublished at 12:02 GMT

    Right, that's all from Thomas Tuchel and this page.

    Check out the summary for the key points and click on the links to read more.

    Tuchel's big news is that he will be splitting the camp into two, with a squad of 19 players effectively vying for selection through to the second part of the camp, when 11 senior players will join the fray.

    A note for the diary, the Three Lions boss will have to submit a squad of 35 players for the 2026 World Cup on 30 May, which will be whittled down to a final squad of 26 players before the first game.

    England's March & June fixtures:

    • England v Uruguay (27 March, 19:45 GMT)
    • England v Japan (31 March,19:45 GMT)
    • England v New Zealand (6 June, TBC)
    • England v Costa Rica (10 June, TBC)
  2. 'The competition is on'published at 11:58 GMT

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    England manager Thomas Tuchel on England's number 10: "We need clarity around every position. It is unlikely that we bring three, four or five players for one position.

    "That will confuse everyone. The choice between world-class players in the number 10 means at some point we will have to make a tough call.

    "The competition is on [in March], but we will share it."

    Phil Foden and Cole PalmerImage source, Getty Images
  3. 'We will benefit in June from this decision'published at 11:55 GMT

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    England manager Thomas Tuchel on how the reaction to spiltting the camp went with the players coming in later: "I could see in their reaction that they were happy about it. They will benefit from it. I expect them to come with hunger and excitement into a short camp. We will benefit in June from this decision."

  4. 'Tomori has always been close'published at 11:53 GMT

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    England manager Thomas Tuchel on Fikayo Tomori's recall: "I have had many phone calls with him over the past year and it has always been close.

    "This is the last chance before the World Cup to see him on the pitch. I am very impressed with his ability to defend.

    "He is fast and aggressive. He is excited to come after a long wait."

    Fikayo TomoriImage source, Getty Images
  5. 'A muscle injury is new for Bellingham'published at 11:52 GMT

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    England manager Thomas Tuchel on Jude Bellingham's fitness and his decision to call up the midfielder, despite him not playing for Real Madrid since 1 February: "This is not always the case but I wanted Jude in camp, Jude wanted to be in camp and Real Madrid were happy. We can provide team training for him over the international break. All the boxes are ticked.

    "We will continue his integration into team training and not take any risk. A muscle injury is new for him.

    "The best case is that he gets some minutes against Japan."

  6. 'A very good candidate for this role'published at 11:50 GMT

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    England manager Thomas Tuchel on Jason Steele potentially going to the World Cup as a training goalkeeper: "We have identified him as a very good candidate for this role. We wanted to try it in March."

  7. 'No need to call Dowman up now and increase the pressure'published at 11:46 GMT

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    England manager Thomas Tuchel on his decision not to call up Arsenal teenager Max Dowman: "He is an outstanding talent. Everyone I speak to is full of compliments about him, but the reality is he competes for minutes at Arsenal and is not a regular starter.

    "He is in the best environment possible in a stable and competitive club. He learns from the very best.

    "He is in a good spot to fight for minutes at Arsenal. There is always a chance. The key with young players is to keep their momentum going as they have a level of fearlessness.

    "There is no need to call him up now and increase the pressure."

    Max DowmanImage source, Getty Images
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    Get Involved - 'Watkins clearly a better back-up to Kane'published at 11:45 GMT

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    How is Dom Solanke in but Watkins out? Watkins may not be in his best form, but he's never let England down and is clearly the better back-up to Kane.

    Tim

  9. 'We want to have a clear profile for each player'published at 11:41 GMT

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    England manager Thomas Tuchel on what he wants to see from his players in the March camp: "We want to have a clear profile for each player - what we expect from them, which position they will compete in within our structure, and the demands of that role. At the same time, I hope they feel the freedom and the spirit of the group quickly. It was a pleasure in September, October, and November to be part of that, so we want to reconnect with that spirit.

    "I think it's very important that experienced players - like Jordan Henderson, and others who have contributed a lot - make it immediately clear to everyone what it means to act on and off the pitch, showing respect and being a good team-mate. This is the culture we want to create.

    "Hopefully, the players will quickly feel the freedom to show their potential. We will be very clear with them during the four training sessions - it will be demanding, but I’m looking forward to it."

    Jordan HendersonImage source, Getty Images
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    Get Involved - 'Gibbs-White has always looked the part for England'published at 11:38 GMT

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    No comment about the exclusion of Morgan Gibbs-White? Despite Forest's poor season he has been playing well of late and has always looked the part when on the field for England.

    Dan

  11. 'A bit of an underrated player' - Tuchel on Garnerpublished at 11:34 GMT

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    England manager Thomas Tuchel on James Garner: "A bit of an underrated player. He plays several positions. I've been impressed, watching him live, by his work rate and physicality. He is a fantastic team-mate and does a lot to help those around him.

    "He can run a lot and takes set pieces. Good strike and clean passing. I want to see what he is capable of."

    James GarnerImage source, Getty Images
  12. Postpublished at 11:32 GMT

    England manager Thomas Tuchel has finished his news conference now, but we have some more of his quotes to bring you, so stick with us.

    We will also recap his top lines, including how the Three Lions boss plans to split the camp into two halves.

  13. 'A good penalty taker'published at 11:30 GMT

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    England manager Thomas Tuchel on Dominic Calvert-Lewin and Dominic Solanke: "Dominic [Calvert-Lewin] has been out for a long-time due to injury, but he's had a good season with Leeds United.

    "He's decisive and also a good penalty taker. I want to see what these players are capable of, to understand how they can contribute, particularly with set pieces, using their strength and height. This helps me learn about them.

    "As I said, the competition is on - they'll now compete for minutes against Uruguay. They have a real chance to play, and of course, they're excited about the call-up. They understand the situation and know exactly what's expected, which gives them a real opportunity to earn minutes for England."

    Dominic Calvert-LewinImage source, Getty Images
  14. Tuchel on choosing a number 10published at 11:24 GMT

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    England manager Thomas Tuchel has been asked about his approach to choosing a "number 10".

    He says they need clarity around each position and will not be selected "three, four, five" players for each position.

    Tuchel accepted he would have tough decisions to make.

    Cole Palmer and Phil Foden will be competing for minutes in the first match of the break against Uruguay before players like Jude Bellingham and Morgan Rogers compete for selection in the second game against Japan.

    Full quotes to follow.

  15. 'I know what Trent can offer'published at 11:20 GMT

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    England manager Thomas Tuchel on Trent Alexander-Arnold missing out: "It's a tough decision, and Trent is a big name - a huge talent with an impressive career. I know what he can give us, but I've opted for others.

    "We were very good in September, October, and November, and I know what Trent can offer. I've also faced challenges when he's played against my teams.

    "The players in camp at right full-back must push to earn their spot on the plane to the World Cup."

  16. England will be careful with Bellingham'published at 11:20 GMT

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    Jude BellinghamImage source, Getty Images

    England manager Thomas Tuchel says the best-case scenario for Jude Bellingham is that he gets some minutes against Japan, but will be careful with the Real Madrid midfielder, who has missed recent games with a muscle injury.

    Full quotes to follow.

  17. 'Maguire new to me in this camp'published at 11:18 GMT

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    Harry MaguireImage source, Getty Images

    England manager Thomas Tuchel on the inclusion of Kobbie Mainoo and Harry Maguire: "Manchester United have had an outstanding run since Michael Carrick took charge, and Harry and Kobbie have been a big part of that.

    "As I said, this is the last camp before the trip to the US, so it's also my final chance to get to know new players, to learn about them, and see how they fit in. Harry isn't a new player in an England shirt, of course, but he’s new to me in this camp.

    "I want to observe how he interacts with other players, see him on the pitch, understand what he's capable of, and gather enough insight to make clear decisions."

  18. Tuchel on why he has not chosen Arsenal's teen star Dowmanpublished at 11:16 GMT

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    England manager Thomas Tuchel says Arsenal teenager Max Dowman has put himself in the spotlight and is an "outstanding talent", but is competing for minutes at his club.

    He says Dowman is in a good position to fight for his minutes at club level, but still has the chance to call him up for the World Cup in future camps.

    Tuchel added that he has "all options" but did not want to heap pressure on the 16-year-old.

    Full quotes to follow.

  19. 'A break mentally and physically'published at 11:11 GMT

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    England manager Thomas Tuchel on why he has chosen to let a group of 11 senior players join the camp late: "These guys have played 3,500 minutes, some 4,000 minutes. More important than the pure number of minutes is some of these guys have played more minutes than the whole of last season.

    "All of these players have contributed in September, October and November. They have credit with me. To give them a break mentally and physically, we will benefit from it."

  20. A 'unique' camppublished at 11:09 GMT

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    Thomas TuchelImage source, Getty Images

    England manager Thomas Tuchel on picking a 35-man squad: "I am happy and excited to be back. This March camp is a unique one. We have already qualified, and our players are at a crucial stage in their club seasons. It's the last chance to impress and compete for a spot. That is why we have spilt the squad."