Thomas Tuchel claims that Jordan Henderson's leadership, fitness and being a "serial winner" was at the crux of his surprise England call-up. At 34 years of age, Henderson was Tuchel's unlikely choice in his inaugural England selection, despite the ex- Liverpool skipper previously believing his time on the national team had drawn to a close.

Thomas Tuchel's first England squad includes a mix of veterans and youth, with experienced players Marcus Rashford and Jordan Henderson handed routes back into the team.

New England coach Thomas Tuchel recalled striker Marcus Rashford and midfielder Jordan Henderson as he raised eyebrows with his first squad announcement on Friday.