Thomas Tuchel may consider making a surprising call-up for a standout Championship player ahead of the World Cup. England has successfully qualified for the tournament in North America, and Tuchel has already settled on the majority of his squad.
England’s World Cup Preparations
In June, Thomas Tuchel indicated that he had nearly finalized 16 of the 26 players permitted for the event. With England topping Group K, he has the flexibility to incorporate new talent in the upcoming matches against Serbia and Albania in November.
Coventry City’s Rising Star: Carl Rushworth
One player under close scrutiny is Carl Rushworth, the goalkeeper for Coventry City, currently leading the Championship. Performance metrics reveal Rushworth has excelled this season, contributing significantly to his team’s success.
- Current Position: Goalkeeper for Coventry City
- League Standing: Coventry City is three points ahead, leading the Championship.
- Performance Stats:
- Games Played: 12
- Wins: 8
- Draws: 4
- Goals Conceded: 9
- Clean Sheets: 6
- Minutes without conceding: 613
Rushworth is currently on loan from Brighton and has demonstrated remarkable resilience. He was previously close to a transfer to Rangers but remained at Brighton, who recently made a significant investment in another club.
Competition for Goalkeeper Position
As England prepares for the World Cup, Everton’s Jordan Pickford is expected to be the starting goalkeeper. Other contenders include Dean Henderson, James Trafford, Nick Pope, and Aaron Ramsdale for the remaining slots.
Accolades from Frank Lampard
Frank Lampard, Coventry’s manager, has commended Rushworth for his outstanding performances and growing confidence. He noted that Rushworth’s individual achievements reflect his talent and hard work since joining the club.
With six clean sheets already this season, Rushworth is targeting his personal best of 16 and a club record of 22 set by teammate Ben Wilson last year. Tuchel’s interest in Rushworth underscores the goalkeeper’s promising future in both club and international football.
