Alex Scott Called Up to England Squad for World Cup Qualifiers
Guernsey’s Alex Scott has been selected for Thomas Tuchel’s England squad ahead of the final World Cup Qualifiers in November. After his £25 million transfer to Bournemouth from Bristol City, Scott has impressed in the Premier League and attracted attention from the England manager.
Scott Joins Elite Channel Islanders in England Team
The midfielder follows in the footsteps of notable Channel Islanders like Matt Le Tissier and Graeme Le Saux, who have also represented England in men's football.
Thomas Tuchel’s Praise for Scott
“He had an excellent [Under-21s] Euros, he won the title. Lee [Carsley] was full of praise; he did an excellent job in midfield with Elliot Anderson. He is a regular starter for Bournemouth, who are overperforming constantly, and he is a starter for them.”
“He puts the intensity in, he gets minutes, so we thought this is the perfect time to reward him, get to know him better and see what he can bring to the team.”
Upcoming Fixtures
The England team will play Serbia at Wembley on 13 November, followed by a match against Albania three days later.
Summary: Alex Scott’s strong performances in the Premier League earned him a call-up to England’s squad for crucial World Cup qualifiers, highlighting his rising impact at the international level.