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Scott Withdraws From England Squad Due to Injury
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In Short: Bournemouth midfielder Alex Scott has withdrawn from the England squad to face the Czech Republic due to a thigh injury.
Bournemouth midfielder Alex Scott has withdrawn from the England squad to face the Czech Republic due to a thigh injury, the BBC reported.
Scott, 23, made his second appearance for the senior national team during the 7-0 victory over Croatia on Saturday.
England coach Thomas Tuchel praised Scott's performance, calling it an impressive display.
Scott's withdrawal is a blow to both England and Bournemouth, as he had been a standout player during his first start for the national team.
Scott's grandfather passed away during the international break, but he decided to stay and play in his honor.
Scott has been a key player for Bournemouth this season, having joined the club from Bristol City in 2023.
Scott's injury adds to Bournemouth's existing injury woes, with Eli Junior Kroupi also out due to a foot injury.
Scott's grandfather's death and his decision to play despite it highlighted his dedication to the sport.
Scott's performance against Croatia earned him effusive praise from Tuchel, who described him as 'the complete package' for his mobility and work rate.
Scott's injury is expected to keep him out for around two months, though further assessments are still being conducted.
Scott's absence could impact Bournemouth's performance, as he has made 95 appearances for the club since joining.
Scott's grandfather's death and his decision to play in his honor added a poignant element to his impressive performance.
What this adds
Scott's injury is a significant blow to Bournemouth's already thin squad, as they are currently dealing with the absence of Eli Junior Kroupi.
What's confirmed
- Alex Scott won his second cap for England against Croatia on Saturday Bournemouth midfielder Alex Scott has withdrawn from the England squad to face the Czech Republic on Tuesday with a thigh injury.
- Scott was excellent on his full debut as England defeated Croatia 7-0 in the Nations League on Saturday.
- "He is just the complete package. He gave us a lot of mobility and a lot of variety and work rate in the centre of the pitch."
- Alex Scott is withdrawing from the England squad after picking up a tendon injury in the 7-0 win over Croatia.
- Scott impressed on his first England start in Rijeka and drew praise from head coach Thomas Tuchel, linking up well with Elliot Anderson, with whom he won the U21 Euros in 2025.
- Sky Sports News reported Arsenal, Manchester City, Manchester United and Chelsea were interested in signing Scott this summer, but Bournemouth remained adamant he was not for sale and were under no pressure to sell, with two years remaining on his contract.
- Ezri Konsa has also returned to Arsenal after being ruled out of England's final game of the international break with the Czech Republic on Tuesday.
- Konsa has been struggling with a slight muscle injury during the international break which forced him to miss training last week.
- Scott made his first start for the Three Lions and shone in only his second appearance for his country.
- "First start and what a start and what a performance. He's just like so smooth at the moment on the ball. Decision-making is on the highest level," Tuchel said.
- Sky Sports News understands Scott is set to return to Bournemouth for further assessment to discover the full extent of the injury.
- Scott's grandfather died while he was away with England during this international break, but he decided to stay and play in honour of a man he was very close to.
What's still developing
- Arsenal defender Ezri Konsa has also been ruled out of the fixture at Wembley as a precautionary measure, with the 28-year-old to return to the Premier League champions for treatment on an injury.
- He joins French forward Eli Junior Kroupi on Bournemouth's injury list, with the 20-year-old still unavailable after sustaining a foot problem in pre-season.
- Read Also: Kane, Saka Net Brace As England Thrash Croatia 7-0 A prolonged absence would add to Bournemouth’s injury problems, with forward Eli Junior Kroupi already expected to miss three to four months after undergoing foot surgery in July.
- Before earning his senior England call-up, Scott represented the Under-21 side regularly and was part of the squad that won the European Championship in 2025.