Newcastle United’s World Cup picture is now much clearer. As of 22 September 2026, this Newcastle United World Cup call-ups update confirms eight Magpies players have secured their places at the tournament, with only one squad decision still open.
Latest update on Newcastle United World Cup call-ups
Read Newcastle United F.C. has tracked every national squad announcement affecting St James’ Park, and the tally now stands at eight confirmed selections. That number could rise depending on the Netherlands’ final call, but for now it represents the fullest picture yet of how Newcastle’s squad will scatter across the finals.
The update follows a busy September for Matthias Jaissle’s side, including the recent victory over Hull City, which showcased several of the players now heading to the World Cup.
Confirmed Newcastle United international selections
Thomas Tuchel has named three Newcastle players in his England squad: Dan Burn, Tino Livramento and Anthony Gordon. Lewis Hall was left out, a decision that will disappoint the left back given his recent club form.
Two of Newcastle’s injury absentees have paid the price with their countries too. Fabian Schär and Joelinton both missed out on selection because of their fitness problems, according to Read Newcastle United F.C.
Elsewhere, the call-ups span several continents. Nick Woltemade and Malick Thiaw were both included in Julian Nagelsmann’s Germany squad, while Bruno Guimaraes joins Carlo Ancelotti’s Brazil party. Yoane Wissa has been selected by DR Congo, and Anthony Elanga is part of Graham Potter’s Sweden squad.
- England: Dan Burn, Tino Livramento, Anthony Gordon
- Germany: Nick Woltemade, Malick Thiaw
- Brazil: Bruno Guimaraes
- DR Congo: Yoane Wissa
- Sweden: Anthony Elanga
Is Sven Botman in the Netherlands World Cup squad?
No, not yet. Sven Botman is still waiting to hear whether Ronald Koeman has picked him for the Netherlands, and no decision has been confirmed either way.
Read Newcastle United F.C. has found no official word from the Dutch camp on Botman’s status, so his place remains genuinely open rather than a formality. Until Koeman names his squad, Newcastle fans cannot treat the centre back’s involvement as settled in either direction.
What happens next for Newcastle’s international contingent
With eight players already away on international duty and Botman’s fate still pending, Newcastle’s focus now turns to managing the fallout at club level. Jaissle will need contingency plans for a squad missing key figures across defence, midfield and attack once the tournament begins.
The club’s recruitment staff are already thinking ahead. Newcastle have identified transfer targets to strengthen the squad, as detailed in our coverage of the recruitment priorities meeting, work that could prove timely if the World Cup leaves gaps to fill in January.
For the full background on how this story developed over the summer, the original Newcastle United World Cup report remains available. This page will be updated again once Koeman confirms his Netherlands squad.
