England's men's football team heads to the 2026 World Cup aiming to end a 60-year wait for a major tournament victory. Under former manager Gareth Southgate, the Three Lions reached the semi-finals in 2018 and were runners-up in the last two European Championships.
New head coach Thomas Tuchel led an impressive qualifying campaign, with England becoming the first European side to win eight qualifiers without conceding a goal. However, confidence was dented by two lacklustre friendly performances against Uruguay and Japan in March.
Tuchel has selected a 26-man squad for the tournament, which includes a mix of experienced players and emerging talent. The squad features key figures from the Premier League and other top European leagues.
France, the defending champions, have also announced a strong squad, with depth in attack and midfield. The two teams are considered among the favourites for the title, and a potential knockout-stage clash could be decisive.
All statistics are accurate as of 9 June. The tournament kicks off later this month, with England's first group match against a yet-to-be-confirmed opponent.
