The defender’s brother has slammed the decision
Harry and Zoe Maguire(Image: zoemaguirewilkinson/Instagram)
Harry Maguire’s mum has taken to social media to share her ‘disgust’ at him being left out of the England World Cup squad. Maguire, 33,has been left out of the 26-man squad for the tournament which will be officially announced by boss Thomas Tuchel tomorrow (Friday).
That is despite him enjoying an impressive second half of the season under Michael Carrick at Manchester United. Maguire confirmed his axe on social media amid outrage from fans who believe that he should’ve been called up.
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In a post on Instagram, the defender said: “I was confident I could of played a major part this summer for my country after the season I’ve had. I’ve been left shocked and gutted by the decision. I’ve loved nothing more than putting that shirt on and representing my country over the years. I wish the players, all the best this summer.”
His furious mum, Zoe, also had her say, the Mirror reports. On X, she wrote: “Absolutely disgusted.”
One of his brothers, Joe, also fumed: “This might possibly be the worst decision I’ve ever seen in my life. No words.”
Tuchel will explain his decision regarding Maguire at a press conference on Friday. The centre-back isn’t the only big name to miss out. Cole Palmer, Phil Foden, Luke Shaw and Morgan Gibbs-White are also among the high-profile omissions.
It was Maguire’s mum who ‘started crying’ when he was recalled to the England squad in March following an 18-month absence. Discussing his recall, the 33-year-old said: “It’s amazing. It’s something I’ve missed. When you don’t get picked, when you’ve been a regular for six or seven years, it’s tough. I spoke to the manager and he told me I was in.
“I phoned my family. My mum was on holiday and she was crying. I’m in a position now in my career where it is not so much about myself. I’m 33. If I play one minute at the World Cup or every game, I will do everything to make sure this country is successful.”
But now the only football Maguire that will be playing this summer will be during United’s pre-season. The Red Devils are due to travel Europe for a number of friendlies while England battle it out to end 66 years of hurt in North America.
