Rio Ngumoha has his sights set on starring at Euro 2028, and Andoni Iraola’s influence could be key to this.After a breakthrough 2025/26 season which culminated in a senior England debut, the Liverpool starlet’s impressive start to this campaign has now earned him another international call-up.Ngumoha is the youngest player in the England squad for their Autumn internationalsGettyNgumoha was named in Thomas Tuchel‘s 27-man squad for the Three Lions’ upcoming Nations League fixtures.It represents a chance for the 18-year-old to make his competitive debut, having made his senior bow in a friendly win over New Zealand in June.This followed Ngumoha’s inclusion in England’s pre-World Cup training camp, despite not featuring in their 26-man squad going to the tournament.And after being earmarked as a star for the future with an impressive international debut, the teenager is now looking to stake his claim for a starting berth over the three weeks.Ngumoha: I’m here to competeFollowing his latest England inclusion, Ngumoha sat down with talkSPORT to discuss his goals for the international break.With this his first inclusion in a Three Lions squad, having previously been a training player for the pre-World Cup camp, the youngster revealed news of his call-up sparked huge celebrations in his family.He told talkSPORT: “My mum was next to my brother – so I just called them and then they just started screaming down my phone.“So it was an amazing moment.”But Ngumoha isn’t just there to make up the numbers, as he insisted he is targeting a key role for England which will see him battle the likes of Marcus Rashford, Anthony Gordon and Morgan Rogers for a starting berth on the left wing.The Liverpool winger continued: “I’ve just got to come here and show what I can do to everyone and just make sure everyone just understands who I am. Ngumoha looked a real livewire on his England debut against New Zealand in JuneGetty“I’m not here just to be like a side part – I want to be a mainstay in the team and hopefully I can stay. “But there’s good competition everywhere. So it’s about competing with the best players in the world now.”Euro 2028 dreamWith his immediate goal breaking into Tuchel‘s starting XI ahead of some huge names, Ngumoha’s long-term aim is ambitious too.The prospect of a home European Championships in 2028 is sure to provide extra motivation for all English players, and not least Ngumoha, who will be almost 20 when it comes around.Asked about the possibility of a home Euros, he admitted: “I’d definitely like to be a part of the squad. “I think if I just keep doing what I’m doing, whether it’s with the national team or at club level, if I just keep showing who I am and how I play and keep getting goals and assists and helping the team win trophies, then definitely I’d like to be a part of the team and hopefully we can go all the way as well.”Ngumoha has continued to excite with his dribbling ability and direct styleGettyIraola influenceNgumoha’s latest England call-up comes after after his continued involvement for Liverpool under new head coach Andoni Iraola.The exciting winger burst onto the scene after being handed his big break by former boss Arne Slot, making 29 appearances last term and scoring twice in the Premier League.He has remained a regular fixture since Iraola’s arrival, featuring five times in all competitions this term, starting on three occasions.And Ngumoha revealed the Spaniard’s influence has helped him add a new string to his bow by playing him on the right wing, as well as his favoured left side.Discussing life under the Spaniard, he told talkSPORT: “It’s been good. “The gaffer at Liverpool has really been helpful. And all the coaching staff as well – I can’t speak highly enough of them.Andoni Iraola heads into the international break still unbeaten as Liverpool managerGetty“But I’m enjoying it. I’m playing left-wing, right wing as well. So it’s given me another tool to destroy defenders.”Tuchel earns Ngumoha praiseHaving handed Ngumoha his senior England debut at just 17 in the summer, Thomas Tuchel has made no secret that he is a huge fan.After calling up the youngster for the September internationals, Tuchel shared his first impressions of him, as he said: “Rio was very impressive at this kind of age. He was explosive, he was adventurous, he was strong and one-on-ones like a true winger.He added: “We are very excited about his potential and about his natural courage and adventurous style of play.”And Ngumoha was equally complimentary of the England boss, saying: “I don’t even know what to say about the manager, Thomas. “He’s really helpful. And I think him picking me shows his belief in me, and how exciting and ‘explosive’ he thinks I am. Thomas Tuchel could well see Ngumoha add to his one and only England cap in the coming weeksGetty“All I can do now is just show him again why I should be here for the many more camps and why he thinks I should be a big part of the team and help the team.”Ngumoha could make his first England start when they face Spain at Wembley in the Nations League on Saturday night, live on talkSPORT, kick-off 7:45pm. England face Czechia on two occasions during this international break and also take on Croatia with these matches also live on talkSPORT.