Watkins out of England s games against Andorra Senegal with injury

England striker Ollie Watkins will miss the sides matches against Andorra and Senegal after withdrawing due to a minor injury, the England team said.

The 29-year-old, who scored 17 goals and provided 14 assists in 54 appearances in all competitions for Aston Villa in the recently concluded season, has been capped 18 times for England, netting five times.

With Watkins withdrawal, captain Harry Kane and Ivan Toney remain England manager Thomas Tuchels striker options for their two upcoming games.

England play Andorra in a 2026 World Cup qualifier in Spain on Saturday before hosting Senegal for a friendly match on Tuesday. REUTERS

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