Two Barcelona players, Anthony Gordon and Marcus Rashford, are part of England’s squad for the 2026 World Cup under coach Thomas Tuchel. Both are currently gathered with the national team ahead of the major tournament.
Gordon, Barcelona’s first summer signing for the 2026/27 season, recently spoke with Rashford, who has been on loan at Barcelona. Rashford shared his impressions of the club’s locker room, highlighting "how good the guys are and the team spirit," an experience echoed by other Barcelona players.
Gordon admitted that Rashford’s insights increased his eagerness to join Barcelona and aim for top achievements. Their conversation also covered non-sporting aspects like life in Barcelona and places to live.
For Barcelona, having such players in the national team means extra workload and some injury risks before the new season begins, but it also provides valuable experience and boosts the club’s profile. Tactically, both Gordon and Rashford fit into England’s attacking setup, developing their play together.
With Rashford on loan at Barcelona and Gordon already signed until 2031, both players face an important chapter in their football careers at club and international level.
