The story
The England national football team, affectionately known to their passionate supporters as the Three Lions, enter the FIFA World Cup 2026 with high expectations. Currently ranked number 4 in the world, they bring a unique tactical identity and style from UEFA to this expanded 48-team tournament.
A golden generation desperate to finally go all the way and win their first trophy since 1966.
With the tournament co-hosted across the United States, Mexico, and Canada, England will count on their travelling support to create a vibrant atmosphere. Their primary objective will be to make a statement in Group L and navigate their way to the high-stakes knockout rounds.
What to watch
Keep a close eye on their transition play in Group L. The connection between Jude Bellingham and Harry Kane is crucial to their attacking spark.
X-factor
Jude Bellingham - the clinical midfield who holds the ability to turn a match on its head with a single moment of magic.
England are poised to be one of the most intriguing stories of the group stage, bringing great energy to the tournament.
Their fixtures
England 
Ghana England 0:0 Ghana
England 0:0 Ghana. Gruppe L. MetLife Stadium, New Jersey. Sa., 13. Juni.
England 
Kroatien England 4:2 Kroatien
England 4:2 Kroatien. Gruppe L. MetLife Stadium, New Jersey. Do., 18. Juni.
England 
Panama England 2:0 Panama
England 2:0 Panama. Gruppe L. MetLife Stadium, New Jersey. Mo., 22. Juni.
England 
DR Kongo England 2:1 DR Kongo
England 2:1 DR Kongo. Runde der letzten 32. Mercedes-Benz Stadium, Atlanta. Mi., 1. Juli.
England 
Mexiko England 3:2 Mexiko
England 3:2 Mexiko. Achtelfinale. Estadio Azteca, Mexiko-Stadt. So., 5. Juli.
Norwegen England Norwegen 1:2 n. V. England nach Verlängerung
Norwegen 1:2 n. V. England nach Verlängerung. Viertelfinale. Hard Rock Stadium, Miami. Sa., 11. Juli.
England 
Argentinien England 1:2 Argentinien
England 1:2 Argentinien. Halbfinale. Hard Rock Stadium, Miami. Mi., 15. Juli.
Frankreich England Frankreich 4:6 England
Frankreich 4:6 England. Spiel um Platz 3. Hard Rock Stadium, Miami. Sa., 18. Juli.