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call-ups

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Scotland - late call-ups to the tournament after Bangladesh withdrew - also finish with one victory from their four group-stage matches.

From BBC • Feb. 17, 2026

Elliot Anderson and Alex Scott - who both impressed with Elliott at Euro 2025 in Slovakia - have earned senior call-ups under Tuchel, with the former making his debut.

From BBC • Dec. 3, 2025

The initial high number of call-ups among reservists has decreased throughout the war.

From The Wall Street Journal • Nov. 6, 2025

There were also call-ups for uncapped 19-year-olds Edoardo Todaro, a centre with Northampton, and Enoch Opoku Gyamfi, a lock currently on Bath's books.

From Barron's • Oct. 16, 2025

They have been resigned to playing the long game, trying to weather key injuries and extended absences with a revolving door of minor-league call-ups.

From Los Angeles Times • Jul. 23, 2025