Dan Burn Joins England Squad, Aims for Impact

Newcastle defender Dan Burn has received his first England call-up at the age of 32, shortly after helping his team win the Carabao Cup against Liverpool. Newly appointed manager Thomas Tuchel reached out to Burn via FaceTime, expressing surprise that Burn had not previously been selected for the national team. Burn expressed his desire to contribute on the pitch rather than just being a supportive presence, emphasizing his leadership qualities and versatility in defense. He aims to make a significant impact as England prepares for World Cup qualifiers against Albania and Latvia. Burn reflected on his journey, noting that he believed his chance to play for England might have passed him by after being overlooked by former manager Gareth Southgate. Looking ahead, he hopes to secure a spot for the upcoming 2026 FIFA World Cup while taking each opportunity as it comes.