England aim to cap off a flawless FIFA World Cup 2026 qualifying campaign this Sunday as they face Albania in Tirana. The Three Lions travel for their final Group K match, boasting a perfect record of seven consecutive victories without conceding a single goal.
Match Preview and Team News
Fresh from a 2-0 victory over Serbia on Thursday, England's momentum is sky-high. The goals in that penultimate qualifier came from Arsenal's Bukayo Saka and Eberechi Eze, steering manager Thomas Tuchel's side to another commanding win. Despite having already secured their place in next year's tournament, the squad is determined to maintain their unblemished run.
Tuchel may rotate his squad for this final fixture. Key players like Jude Bellingham and Phil Foden, who started on the bench against Serbia, could be in line for a return to the starting eleven. There's also potential for a senior international debut for Jarell Quansah, while Adam Wharton will be hoping to add to his two caps.
How to Watch: TV Channel and Live Stream
Fans across the UK can watch the action for free. The match will be broadcast live on ITV1, with coverage beginning at 4:00 PM on Sunday, November 16. For those preferring to stream, the game will be available live and on-demand via ITVX, the broadcaster's digital platform.
The crucial fixture kicks off at 5:00 PM UK time at the Arena Kombetare in Tirana. England will be confident after securing a victory in the reverse fixture back in March, thanks to goals from Myles Lewis-Skelly and Harry Kane.
Tuchel's High Standards
Even in victory, manager Thomas Tuchel's demanding nature was evident. After the Serbia match, he praised the first-half performance but critiqued the team's pressing in the second period. "I liked the first half a lot," Tuchel said. "Second-half, we didn't get the pressing right all the time... We had to overcome some difficult moments but I like it, not everything is easy." This attention to detail underscores the professional drive within the camp as they look to finish the job in style against Albania.
