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Dan Burn Shines in Newcastle's Triumph and Prepares for England Debut

The 32-year-old defender delayed celebrating Newcastle's historic Carabao Cup win to focus on his first England call-up under Thomas Tuchel.

Soccer Football - World Cup - UEFA Qualifiers - England Press Conference - St George's Park, Burton upon Trent, Britain - March 18, 2025 England's Dan Burn during the press conference Action Images via Reuters/Jason Cairnduff
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England and Newcastle defender Dan Burn speaks to the press at England's training base

Overview

  • Dan Burn scored Newcastle United's opening goal in their 2-1 victory over Liverpool in the Carabao Cup final, ending the club's 56-year trophy drought.
  • The defender received his first England call-up at the age of 32 and is now training for Friday's World Cup qualifier against Albania.
  • Burn, a boyhood Newcastle fan, opted to forgo celebrations to prioritize his England duties, reflecting his commitment to seizing this rare opportunity.
  • His unconventional career path included stints in lower-league clubs before rising to prominence at Newcastle United in 2022.
  • England's new manager, Thomas Tuchel, gave Burn a chance after years of being overlooked, with the defender now aiming to secure a spot in the 2026 World Cup squad.