Newcastle United defender Tino Livramento faces missing England's World Cup 2026 campaign after suffering a muscular injury in training on Sunday. Medical staff are currently assessing the 23-year-old full-back, who had already been a concern for tournament selection following a recent thigh problem. This latest setback comes at a critical time for Gareth Southgate's squad preparations.

Livramento missed the final five weeks of the domestic season with a thigh injury, which had already put his World Cup hopes in jeopardy. The timing is particularly cruel given England's opening match against Croatia on Wednesday. His absence would leave a significant gap in Southgate's defensive options, especially at full-back where he provides versatility and attacking threat down the flank.

Chelsea defender Trevoh Chalobah could step in as Livramento's replacement if the Newcastle player is ruled out completely. Chalobah remains on England's standby list and has featured at international level previously. The injury news adds uncertainty to Southgate's defensive planning just days before competitive action begins.

Livramento's injury highlights the fragility of England's World Cup preparations and the fine margins between selection and omission for major tournaments.