WITH the World Cup just around the corner, managers have started to announce their squads travelling to Qatar.
Gareth Southgate confirmed a squad which included a trio of Chelsea stars.
It was likely to have been more if Reece James and Ben Chilwell had been fit. But the pair’s injuries have ruled them out of Southgate’s plans.
N’golo Kante would almost definitely have played for France too, but he will remain in London as he recovers from a hamstring injury.
SunSport have taken a look at all the Chelsea players who will feature in Qatar.
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England
Mason Mount and Raheem Sterling became stalwarts of England’s starting eleven during the Euro’s, and have been called up again this year.
They will be joined by the less experienced Conor Gallagher who has just four international appearances under his belt.
Brazil
Veteran defender Thiago Silva is expected to not only play, but may captain his nation in Qatar, with over 100 caps to his name.
Croatia
Blues midfielder Matteo Kovacic is predicted to slip in alongside Luka Modric in his country’s bid to go one step further than 2018’s final.
Morocco
Hakim Ziyech has been called up for his country after retiring from international duty last year, following a row with former manager Vahid Halilhodzic.
The winger has fallen out of favour under Graham Potter, and will look to use the tournament as a springboard to rejuvenate his career.
Germany
Chelsea star Kai Havertz has become one of the first names on Germany’s team sheet, competing in the last seven consecutive tournaments for his country.
Switzerland
Having only made one appearance since moving to West London on transfer deadline day, Denis Zakaria will be hoping to make his mark in Qatar, with many Chelsea fans watching on.
USA
Christian Pulisic has become his country’s main man under Gregg Berhalter. And England fans can expect to come across him when the sides meet in Group B.
Wales
England will also face Ethan Ampadu, who is currently on loan in Italy, and has been selected for Rob Page’s side.
Belgium
Romelu Lukaku struggled for form in a Chelsea shirt last season. However, the 29-year-old, currently on loan at Inter, has been called up by Roberto Martinez after scoring four goals during the 2018 World Cup.
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Senegal
Chelsea duo Edouard Mendy and Kalidou Koulibaly will be on the plane to Qatar after being named in the Senegal squad, alongside the shock inclusion of Bayern Munich forward Sadio Mane.
Spain
Blues captain Cesar Azpilicueta will be looking to add to his impressive trophy haul in Qatar, having been named in Spain’s squad.
STAYING AT HOME
Injured Reece James, Ben Chilwell, N’Golo Kante and Wesley Fofana will all remain at home as they recover from injuries.
James was optimistic of making the squad despite being unavailable for Chelsea in recent weeks, but Southgate opted against taking the wing-back.
Kepa Arrizabalaga also failed to make the cut for Spain despite impressive form, with the goalkeeper also facing a spell on the sidelines.
Source: Soccer - thesun.co.uk
