The Athletic describes Trent Alexander-Arnold’s Nations League recall as a surprise after he lost his Real Madrid spot to Denzel Dumfries. Madrid Xtra, citing BBC Sport, quotes Thomas Tuchel as saying Alexander-Arnold was “never off the list” despite missing the World Cup. Tuchel stood by his decision to trust other players at that tournament, but challenged Alexander-Arnold to earn his place: “He always said he’s up for a fight, especially for England. It’s on him to prove it.”