Chalobah has been called up as a replacement for the former Chelsea Academy defender, who has suffered a calf injury ruling him out of the tournament.

FIFA regulations allow participating teams to replace an outfield player up to 24 hours before their opening fixture.

Chalobah has one senior international cap to his name, picked up in a friendly against Senegal almost exactly a year ago.

The 26-year-old joins fellow Blue Reece James in the squad, with England preparing for their first Group L fixture against Croatia in Dallas on Wednesday.

England's 2026 World Cup group games

England vs Croatia
Group L
Dallas Stadium
Wednesday 17 June
9pm (UK)

England vs Ghana
Group L
Boston Stadium
Tuesday 23 June
9pm (UK)

Panama vs England
Group L
New York New Jersey Stadium
Saturday 27 June
10pm (UK)