Trending Now - Ben White Set for Team Talks Following World Cup Controversy

WHO:

Ben White, Arsenal defender

Thomas Tuchel, manager

Gareth Southgate, England national team manager

Steve Holland, assistant coach for the England national team

WHAT:

Ben White will hold "clear the air" talks with his England teammates.

White quit the England camp during the 2022 World Cup group stage.

Thomas Tuchel stated that White should "clear the air" after his recall to the England squad.

WHEN:

The 2022 World Cup took place in November and December 2022.

White is returning to the England squad for the first time in over three years, indicating his last appearance was in 2023.

WHY:

The reason for White's departure from the England camp was reportedly an issue with Steve Holland.

HOW:

Tuchel urged fans to support Ben White following his return to the squad.

(UPDATED March 26, 2026 23:12 UTC)

Ben White, the Arsenal defender, is set to hold "clear the air" talks with his England teammates after quitting the England camp during the 2022 World Cup group stage. This marks White's return to the squad for the first time in over three years, following an issue with assistant coach Steve Holland that led to his departure. Manager Thomas Tuchel has encouraged fans to support White as he reenters the national team fold.