London, Oct 9, 2026 (AFP) - Chelsea star Palmer 'committed' to England insists Alonso

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Xabi Alonso has defended Cole Palmer's commitment to England after Thomas Tuchel said the Chelsea forward had missed too many opportunities to play for the national team. Palmer pulled out of the England squad for their recent Nations League matches against Spain, Croatia and the Czech Republic with an injury. It was not the first time Palmer had withdrawn from international duty since Tuchel took charge of the Three Lions. Tuchel appeared frustr......

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