World Cup 2026: Bukayo Saka unlikely to start for England v Ghana
England head coach Thomas Tuchel has indicated that Bukayo Saka is unlikely to start in the upcoming World Cup match against Ghana due to ongoing Achilles tendinitis. The team is managing his fitness to ensure he is available for the later stages of the tournament.
Why it matters
Player fitness management is a critical factor in high-stakes international tournaments, influencing team strategy and performance outcomes.
Image source, Getty Images Image caption, Bukayo Saka came on in the 72nd minute of England s opening win against Croatia
The report is a standard sports news update based on coach comments and injury status.
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