EnglandSeason Statistics
World Cup 2026Group LSeason 2026| Competition | MP | W | D | L | GF | GA | Pts |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| World Cup 2026(L)2026 | 3 | 2 | 1 | 0 | 6 | 2 | 7 |
 UEFA Nations League2024 | 6 | 5 | 0 | 1 | 16 | 3 | 15 |
Form (last 5)
Upcoming Fixtures
No upcoming fixtures
Standings
Standings of Group L in the World Cup 2026 group stage.
| # | Team | MP | W | D | L | GD | Pts |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1Qualification |  England | 3 | 2 | 1 | 0 | +4 | 7 |
| 2Qualification |  Croatia | 3 | 2 | 0 | 1 | 0 | 6 |
| 3Qualification |  Ghana | 3 | 1 | 1 | 1 | 0 | 4 |
| 4Qualification |  Panama | 3 | 0 | 0 | 3 | -4 | 0 |
Full Squad
Goalkeepers
Defenders
2
Aston Villa
3
Manchester City
5Manchester City
6
Crystal Palace
12
Chelsea
15
Newcastle
24Chelsea
25
Tottenham
26
Bayer LeverkusenMidfielders
4
Arsenal
5
Real Madrid
8
Nottingham Forest
11
Barcelona
14
Brentford
17Aston Villa
18Newcastle
19Aston Villa
20Arsenal
21Arsenal
37
Key Players
Advanced Team Statistics
Average over the last 2 matches
Recent Results
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History of the England national team
Founding and Early Years
The England national team, nicknamed "The Three Lions," is governed by the Football Association (FA), founded in 1863 — the oldest football association in the world and the birthplace of the laws of the game.
Team Evolution
England play their home matches at Wembley Stadium in London, the iconic home of English football, rebuilt in 2007.
Great Managers
Alf Ramsey led England to their only World Cup triumph in 1966, on home soil. After decades without a major title, Gareth Southgate revived the national team between 2016 and 2024, guiding it to two consecutive Euro finals (2021, 2024). Thomas Tuchel, the German head coach appointed in 2025, has continued this renewed momentum.
Iconic Players
Bobby Moore, captain of the 1966 World Cup-winning side, and Geoff Hurst, the only player to score a hat-trick in a World Cup final, remain the faces of that historic triumph, alongside Bobby Charlton and goalkeeper Gordon Banks. Harry Kane, the current captain, has become England's all-time top scorer.
Major Achievements
England won their only World Cup in 1966, on home soil, beating West Germany 4-2 after extra time at Wembley. At the 2026 edition, England reached the semi-finals before losing to Argentina (1-2), their best World Cup showing since 1966.
The Team Today
Led by Thomas Tuchel, England confirmed their status as genuine contenders by reaching the semi-finals of the 2026 World Cup, and regularly rank among the very top nations in the FIFA World Ranking.
Overall record
Based on the last 18 matches played
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Frequently asked questions
When is England's next match?+
No upcoming match is currently scheduled.
What is England's current standing?+
England are currently 1 in World Cup 2026 with 7 points.
How many World Cups has England won?+
England have won a single World Cup, in 1966, on home soil.
How did England's 2026 World Cup end?+
They were eliminated in the semi-final by Argentina (1-2), their best World Cup showing since 1966.
Who is England's all-time top scorer?+
Harry Kane, the team's current captain, is the Three Lions' all-time top scorer.
What is England's home stadium?+
Wembley Stadium in London.
Who is England's current head coach?+
Thomas Tuchel, in charge since 2025, retained despite the 2026 World Cup semi-final exit.
Who led England to their only World Cup title?+
Alf Ramsey, head coach of the 1966 triumph on home soil against West Germany.
When was the English Football Association founded?+
The Football Association (FA) was founded in 1863, making it the oldest football association in the world.