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Tue, Jun 9

Group L

England

FIFA rank #3

One of the most famous national teams in the world, they're a squad packed with elite club talent but historically known for falling short when it matters most — they haven't won a World Cup since 1966. Heading into 2026, they're coming off back-to-back European Championship finals (losing both), so there's real optimism that this generation might finally be the one to break the curse. Keep an eye on whether their young stars can stay cool under pressure, because that's always been the question mark with this group.

Key players
Bukayo Saka

Bukayo Saka

Winger

One of the most exciting young attackers in the world right now, this 23-year-old Arsenal and England star has a rare gi…

Jude Bellingham

Jude Bellingham

Midfielder

At just 20 years old, this Birmingham-born midfielder is widely considered one of the most exciting young players on the…

Harry Kane

Harry Kane

Striker

England's best goal scorer of all time, this guy basically turns putting the ball in the net into an art form — he's got…

Jordan Pickford

Jordan Pickford

Goalkeeper

England's number one shot-stopper has been the country's most reliable goalkeeper for nearly a decade, known for his lig…

Matches
Full schedule

GROUP L · WED, JUN 17 · 8:00 PM UTC · Boston

England

vs

Croatia

GROUP L · TUE, JUN 23 · 8:00 PM UTC · New York

England

vs

Ghana

GROUP L · SAT, JUN 27 · 9:00 PM UTC · New York

Panama

vs

England

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