Academy prospect named in England squad for U15 World Cup

Ipswich Town academy forward Tommy McLoughlin has been named in the England squad for the inaugural FIFA U15 World Cup and Festival in Azerbaijan. The 15-year-old is part of a 14-player squad set to compete in an eight-a-side tournament featuring 40-minute matches. England will begin their Group C campaign against Nicaragua on Saturday, facing additional group fixtures against Montenegro, Cambodia, the Republic of Ireland, and Zimbabwe.

McLoughlin has impressed for Ipswich Town's under-16s this season, registering 15 goals and four assists. Born in Colchester, the striker joined Ipswich's academy at under-12 level after previously being part of the club's foundation program from age six. He previously made his debut for the under-18s side at age 14 against West Ham United.