April 9 (Reuters) - Manchester United's Harry Maguire hopes to be selected in Thomas Tuchel’s 26-man England squad for this year’s World Cup ​in North America, with the 33-year-old saying he remains ‌one of the best defenders in the world despite his age. Maguire was recalled last month for England’s friendly matches against Uruguay and Japan, ​marking his first appearances for the national team since ​2024. Maguire faces strong competition for a place in the ⁠squad from Ezri Konsa, Marc Guehi, John Stones and Trevoh ​Chalobah, but the centre-back said he is desperate to be ​involved in the tournament, which runs from June 11 to July 19. "I think it would be my last World Cup," Maguire told British media ​at United's training camp in Maynooth, Ireland. "I've been to two ​but I missed out on the Euros two years ago through injury, which ‌hurt ⁠a lot. "So, I'm desperate to go, in whatever role the manager would want me for; whether that's starting or deciding games late on. "I still believe, even at my age, I’m arguably ​one of the ​best defenders ⁠in the world in both boxes." Maguire recently signed a new contract with United, extending his stay at ​Old Trafford until 2027 with an option for ​a ⁠further year. He added that the club would need to recruit well in the close season to be well positioned next ⁠term.