Why England will win the 2026 World Cup

The FA and manager Thomas Tuchel have made a single aim clear: winning the 2026 World Cup. As the tournament opens and England prepare to face Croatia, the task is to end 60 years without a major trophy. Harry Kane will form part of a crucial spine that could carry the side deep into the competition.

A strong midfield looks set to be central to that bid. Elliot Anderson is likely to sit as a deep‑lying playmaker, Declan Rice can shuttle box‑to‑box while Jude Bellingham and Morgan Rogers provide creativity ahead of them, with Kobbie Mainoo ready to impact games from the bench.

That balance in midfield is one of England’s best assets. Tuchel brings proven cup pedigree and a pragmatic selection policy. He has taken clubs to multiple domestic and European finals, lifting major trophies at Dortmund, Paris Saint‑Germain and Chelsea, and he has prioritised a "team over talent" approach by leaving several big names out to build cohesion and a clear hierarchy.

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