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England won their only FIFA World Cup on home soil in 1966 and have spent the six decades since chasing a second title, with a young squad under current management carrying genuine hope into 2026 across 16 total tournament appearances. This page covers the Three Lions' complete World Cup stats, records, top scorers, head-to-head results, the full 2026 squad, and their Group L schedule against Croatia, Ghana, and Panama opening June 17 in a venue to be confirmed.
England heads into the 2026 FIFA World Cup with one of the strongest squads in international football and high expectations after consistent performances in recent major tournaments. Explore England’s latest squad list, fixtures, records, results, and all-time World Cup statistics.
England continues to remain one of Europe’s leading football nations with a talented squad featuring experienced internationals and emerging young stars. The team is expected to challenge for another deep run at the FIFA World Cup.
The national side has built strong momentum through recent World Cup and UEFA European Championship performances. England’s attacking quality, midfield depth, and defensive balance continue to make the team one of the strongest contenders in world football.
England FIFA World Cup Quick Facts
| Category | Details |
|---|---|
| Country | England |
| Football Association | The Football Association (FA) |
| Confederation | UEFA |
| Nickname | The Three Lions |
| FIFA Ranking | Top 5 |
| First FIFA World Cup Appearance | 1950 |
| Total FIFA World Cup Appearances | 16 |
| Consecutive Appearances | 7 (1998-2022) |
| World Cup Titles | 1 (1966) |
| Runner-up Finishes | 0 |
| Best FIFA World Cup Finish | Champions (1966) |
| Total Matches Played | 74 |
| Total Wins | 32 |
| Total Draws | 22 |
| Total Losses | 20 |
| Goals Scored | 104 |
| Goals Conceded | 68 |
| Win Percentage | 43.2% |
| Clean Sheets | 29 |
| Penalty Shootout Record | Won 2, Lost 4 |
| Most World Cup Matches by Player | Peter Shilton - 17 |
| Most Goals by Player | Gary Lineker - 10 |
| Largest Victory | 6-1 vs Panama (2018) |
| Biggest Defeat | 1-4 vs Germany (2010) |
| Latest FIFA World Cup Appearance | 2022 |
England FIFA World Cup 2026 Full Squad List
Coach: Thomas Tuchel
Captain: Harry Kane
| S.N. | Position | Player | Caps | Goals | Club |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1 | Goalkeeper | Jordan Pickford | 82 | 0 | Everton |
| 2 | Goalkeeper | Dean Henderson | 4 | 0 | Crystal Palace |
| 3 | Goalkeeper | James Trafford | 1 | 0 | Manchester City |
| 4 | Defender | Reece James | 22 | 1 | Chelsea |
| 5 | Defender | Tino Livramento | 5 | 0 | Newcastle United |
| 6 | Defender | Marc Guéhi | 27 | 1 | Manchester City |
| 7 | Defender | Ezri Konsa | 18 | 1 | Aston Villa |
| 8 | Defender | John Stones | 87 | 3 | Manchester City |
| 9 | Defender | Jarell Quansah | 1 | 0 | Bayer Leverkusen |
| 10 | Defender | Nico O’Reilly | 3 | 0 | Manchester City |
| 11 | Defender | Dan Burn | 6 | 0 | Newcastle United |
| 12 | Defender | Djed Spence | 4 | 0 | Tottenham Hotspur |
| 13 | Midfielder | Declan Rice | 72 | 6 | Arsenal |
| 14 | Midfielder | Elliot Anderson | 7 | 0 | Nottingham Forest |
| 15 | Midfielder | Jude Bellingham | 46 | 6 | Real Madrid |
| 16 | Midfielder | Jordan Henderson | 89 | 3 | Brentford |
| 17 | Midfielder | Morgan Rogers | 13 | 1 | Aston Villa |
| 18 | Midfielder | Kobbie Mainoo | 12 | 0 | Manchester United |
| 19 | Midfielder | Eberechi Eze | 16 | 3 | Arsenal |
| 20 | Forward | Harry Kane | 112 | 78 | Bayern Munich |
| 21 | Forward | Ivan Toney | 7 | 1 | Al-Ahli |
| 22 | Forward | Ollie Watkins | 20 | 6 | Aston Villa |
| 23 | Forward | Bukayo Saka | 48 | 14 | Arsenal |
| 24 | Forward | Noni Madueke | 10 | 1 | Arsenal |
| 25 | Forward | Marcus Rashford | 70 | 18 | Barcelona |
| 26 | Forward | Anthony Gordon | 17 | 2 | Newcastle United |
England FIFA World Cup 2026 Schedule
| Match No. | Date | Match | Venue | City | Stage | Time (Local) |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 22 | Wed, June 17 | England vs Croatia | Dallas Stadium (AT&T) | Dallas | Group Stage | 15:00 |
| 45 | Tue, June 23 | England vs Ghana | Boston Stadium (Gillette) | Foxborough | Group Stage | 16:00 |
| 72 | Sat, June 27 | Panama vs England | MetLife Stadium (NY/NJ) | East Rutherford | Group Stage | 18:00 |
| 81 | Wed, July 1 | England vs DR Congo | Mercedes-Benz Stadium | Atlanta | Round of 32 | 15:00 |
| 89 | Mon, July 6 | Mexico vs England | Estadio Azteca | Mexico City | Round of 16 | 20:00 |
England FIFA World Cup 2026 Results
| Date | Match | Match Score | Venue | Stage |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 17 June 2026 | England vs Croatia | England 4–2 Croatia | Dallas Stadium (AT&T), Arlington | Group Stage |
| 23 June 2026 | England vs Ghana | England 0–0 Ghana | Boston Stadium (Gillette), Foxborough | Group Stage |
| 27 June 2026 | Panama vs England | Panama 0–2 England | MetLife Stadium (NY/NJ), East Rutherford | Group Stage |
| 1 July 2026 | England vs DR Congo | England 2–1 DR Congo | Mercedes-Benz Stadium, Atlanta | Round of 32 |
| 6 July 2026 | Mexico vs England | Upcoming Fixture | Estadio Azteca, Mexico City | Round of 16 |
England FIFA World Cup Titles
| Year | Host Country | Final Opponent | Result |
|---|---|---|---|
| 1966 | England | West Germany | Won 4-2 |
England All-Time FIFA World Cup Stats
| Stat | Record |
|---|---|
| Total Matches Played | 74 |
| Wins | 32 |
| Draws | 22 |
| Losses | 20 |
| Goals Scored | 104 |
| Goals Conceded | 68 |
| Clean Sheets | 29 |
| Semi-final Appearances | 3 |
England Most FIFA World Cup Appearances
| Rank | Player | Matches | Tournaments | Years |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1 | Peter Shilton | 17 | 3 | 1982-1990 |
| 2 | David Beckham | 17 | 3 | 1998-2006 |
| 3 | Bobby Moore | 14 | 3 | 1962-1970 |
| 4 | Steven Gerrard | 12 | 3 | 2006-2014 |
| 5 | Frank Lampard | 10 | 3 | 2006-2014 |
| 6 | Harry Kane | 11 | 2 | 2018-2022 |
| 7 | Wayne Rooney | 11 | 3 | 2006-2014 |
| 8 | John Terry | 9 | 2 | 2006-2010 |
| 9 | Ashley Cole | 10 | 3 | 2002-2010 |
| 10 | Rio Ferdinand | 11 | 3 | 2002-2010 |
England Top Scorers in FIFA World Cup
| Rank | Player | Goals | Matches | World Cups |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1 | Gary Lineker | 10 | 12 | 1986-1990 |
| 2 | Harry Kane | 8 | 11 | 2018-2022 |
| 3 | Geoff Hurst | 5 | 6 | 1966 |
| 4 | Michael Owen | 6 | 11 | 1998-2006 |
| 5 | Wayne Rooney | 1 | 11 | 2006-2014 |
| 6 | Tom Finney | 6 | 7 | 1954-1958 |
| 7 | David Platt | 5 | 10 | 1990-1998 |
| 8 | Bobby Charlton | 4 | 14 | 1958-1970 |
| 9 | Alan Shearer | 2 | 4 | 1998 |
| 10 | Raheem Sterling | 3 | 10 | 2014-2022 |
FAQs About England FIFA World Cup Records
England has won the FIFA World Cup once in 1966.
Gary Lineker is England’s leading FIFA World Cup goalscorer with 10 goals.
Peter Shilton and David Beckham are among England’s most experienced FIFA World Cup players.
England’s biggest FIFA World Cup win was a 6-1 victory against Panama during the 2018 tournament.
Harry Kane is expected to continue leading England as captain heading into the 2026 FIFA World Cup.