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The World Cup stars who could have played for England

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July 8, 2026

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The World Cup stars who could have played for England

While there is no shortage of talent in the England squad, a number of World Cup stars from other nations could have featured for the Three Lions if things had worked out differently.

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Daily Mail

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· Jul 8, 2026

World Cup team of the last 16: Argentina's secret 'general' who could boss England in the semi-finals, three Moroccan stars that shone, and the Belgium ace who dumped out the USA

World Cup team of the last 16: Argentina's secret 'general' who could boss England in the semi-finals, three Moroccan stars that shone, and the Belgium ace who dumped out the USA

Buenos Aires Times

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· Jul 12, 2026

Messi admits Argentina's 'England match is special'

I've played against everyone except England and it's special because they're a great team, a footballing powerhouse, says national team skipper. Leer más

SkySports

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England World Cup latest

England World Cup latest

Football | Mail Online

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· Jul 1, 2026

England have been fortunate so far at this World Cup... tonight they must play like Thomas Tuchel told us they would and make their big move, writes IAN LADYMAN

England have been fortunate so far at this World Cup... tonight they must play like Thomas Tuchel told us they would and make their big move, writes IAN LADYMAN

Football365

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· Jul 12, 2026

Player ratings as England beat Norway: Bellingham outstanding, Spence daring, Saka impactful

England are World Cup semi-finalists thanks to Jude Bellingham’s brace vs Norway. Here are our player ratings from that quarter-final.

Metro

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· Jun 23, 2026

What England need to do to qualify for the World Cup knockouts and who they could play in the Round of 32

What England need to do to qualify for the World Cup knockouts and who they could play in the Round of 32

Vanguard News

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· Jul 11, 2026

Declan Rice, Guehi, James train ahead of Norway World Cup clash

England received a boost on the eve of their World Cup quarter-final against Norway after Declan Rice, Marc Guehi and Reece James all returned to training on Friday. The post Declan Rice, Guehi, James train ahead of Norway World Cup clash appeared first on Vanguard News.

Utusan Malaysia

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· Jul 12, 2026

Bellingham bawa England ke separuh akhir

MIAMI: Jude Bellingham sekali lagi membuktikan statusnya sebagai nadi England apabila meledak dua gol untuk membawa Three Lions bangkit menewaskan Norway 2-1 selepas masa tambahan sekali gus mengesahkan tempat ke separuh akhir Piala Dunia, awal pagi tadi. Tonggak tengah berusia 23 tahun itu meneruskan sentuhan berbisa selepas turut menjaringkan dua gol ketika England menundukkan Mexico ... Read more The post Bellingham bawa England ke separuh akhir appeared first on Utusan Malaysia.

Diario El Mundo

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· Jul 6, 2026

Inglaterra resiste el acoso de México y se clasifica a los cuartos de final del Mundial

La selección de Inglaterra derrotó este domingo por 2-3 a México para clasificarse a los cuartos de final de la Copa Mundial 2026 en un partido en el que jugó 36 minutos con un hombre de menos. Jude Bellingham, dos veces, y Harry Kane, de penalti, convirtieron por los ingleses, en tanto Julián Quiñones y [] Este artículo Inglaterra resiste el acoso de México y se clasifica a los cuartos de final del Mundial se publicó primero en Diario El Mundo | Noticias de Honduras y el Mundo.

Madrid Universal

· Jul 12, 2026

Real Madrid midfielder joins ranks with Pele after achieving key milestone against Norway

Jude Bellingham was once again the main difference-maker as England secured a seat in the World Cup semifinals with a gritty win over Erling Haaland’s Norway.Bellingham scored both the goals in a 2-...

The Standard

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· Jul 6, 2026

Donald Trump showers praise on England captain Harry Kane after electrifying win over Mexico

‘One of the greatest England matches I’ve ever seen,’ says Sir Keir Starmer

Liverpool.com

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· Jul 13, 2026

Liverpool has its own Jude Bellingham — but Andoni Iraola can't treat him like Arne Slot did

Jude Bellingham has been England's hero at the World Cup; Liverpool has its own version of the Real Madrid star, but Andoni Iraola has to make sure he gets the best out of him

Us Weekly

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· Jun 30, 2026

Romeo Beckham, John Cena, Sophia Bush and More!

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The Namibian

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· Jul 9, 2026

Haaland relishing ‘special’ World Cup showdown with England

Erling Haaland said facing England, the land of his birth, in the World Cup quarter-finals is extra special as the aims to extend Norway’s historic run into the last four. In his first major international tournament the Manchester City striker has propelled his country to the last eight by scoring seven times in four appearances, [] The post Haaland relishing ‘special’ World Cup showdown with England appeared first on The Namibian.

Sada Elbalad

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· Jun 28, 2026

England Beat Panama 2-0 to Reach 2026 FWC Round of 32

England secured their place in the FIFA World Cup 2026 Round of 32 after defeating Panama 2-0 in their final Group L match at New York's New Jersey Stadium on Sunday.

Sports Mole

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· Jun 27, 2026

How England qualified for World Cup last 32 without kicking a ball against Panama

England qualify for the World Cup 2026 last 32 before kicking a ball against Panama in their final Group L match, but how did they do it?

GiveMeSport

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· Jun 27, 2026

Players With Most MOTM Awards in World Cup History

19 Players With Most Man of the Match Awards in World Cup History

Toronto Sun

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· Jul 12, 2026

Jude Bellingham heroics edge England past Norway and into World Cup semis

Will play Wednesday for chance to reach first final in 60 years

BERNAMA

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· Jul 13, 2026

World : FIFA Again Dismisses Spidercam Cable Speculation Over England Goal

BERLIN, July 13 (Bernama-dpa) -- FIFA has reiterated that England's equaliser in the World Cup quarter-final against Norway was legitimate, insisting the ball had not touched a spidercam cable in the build-up, reported German Press Agency (dpa).

Egyptian Gazette

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· Jul 11, 2026

England trio ready for Norway WC clash

MIAMI (United States) — England received a boost on the eve of their World Cup quarter-final against Norway after Declan Rice, Marc Guehi and Reece James all returned to training. James has missed the last three games after picking up a hamstring injury, causing coach Thomas Tuchel a headache at right-back given his lack of [] The post England trio ready for Norway WC clash appeared first on Egyptian Gazette.

Daily Post Nigeria

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· Jul 12, 2026

World Cup: ‘I want them to do well’ – Haaland names choice for trophy after Norway’s exit

Norway striker, Erling Haaland, has identified the team he is supporting to win the 2026 FIFA World Cup trophy, following his country’s elimination. The striker played for the Vikings as they faced a 2-1 defeat against England in the quarter-finals of the competition. After the match against England in Miami, Haaland addressed journalists and was [] World Cup: ‘I want them to do well’ – Haaland names choice for trophy after Norway’s exit

Borneo Bulletin

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· Jun 23, 2026

All-time World Cup leading scorers

All-time World Cup leading scorers

Football | The Guardian

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· Jul 8, 2026

Reece James remains injury doubt as England’s World Cup right-back woes go on

Defender unable to train with squad on WednesdayDeclan Rice and Marc Guéhi also trained individuallyReece James is a doubt for England’s World Cup quarter-final against Norway in Miami on Saturday after he was again unable to train with the squad on Wednesday.The right-back has been unavailable since he injured a hamstring in England’s second group game – the 0-0 draw against Ghana in Boston. Thomas Tuchel knew at the time he would be without him for at least two games and probably for a potential last 16 tie, which is what transpired. Continue reading...

Boston.com

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· Jun 24, 2026

Bemused Beckham, Scottish-bashing Mumfords spotted cheering on England in Foxborough

Alexandra Daddario and Kit Harington were also spotted among the World Cup crowd. The post Bemused Beckham, Scottish-bashing Mumfords spotted cheering on England in Foxborough appeared first on Boston.com.

Fark

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· Jul 6, 2026

Fraud Psychic Uri Geller claims he won the World Cup match for England using an 'alien crystal skull'. No word on if he also rode out an atomic blast in a refrigerator [Unlikely]

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FOX Sports Digital

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· Jul 12, 2026

Was England The Better Team Or Was It Lucky In Its Win vs. Norway?

Kasper Schmeichel thinks England got lucky in its win over Norway.

BBC Sport

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· Jul 5, 2026

Need to stay awake for England v Mexico? Try this quiz

England and Thomas Tuchel will want to match the achievements of the nation's famous side that lifted the World Cup trophy in 1966. Can you name every side they have ever faced in the knockouts?

brazilnews.net

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· Jul 6, 2026

FIFA World Cup 2026: Prince and Princess of Wales congratulate England after quarterfinal berth

London [UK], July 6 (ANI): The Prince and Princess of Wales congratulated England after the Three Lions defeated co-hosts Mexico 3-2 to reach the FIFA World Cup 2026 quarterfinals.England booked their place in the last eight after holding off a spirited Mexico comeback despite playing much of the second half with 10 men following Jarell Quansah's red card.Reacting to the victory, the official account of t

NDTV

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· Jun 27, 2026

FIFA World Cup: Harry Kane Achieves Ultimate WC Record, England Top Group

England vs Panama Score, FIFA World Cup 2026 Updates: Jude Bellingham and Harry Kane scored as England defeated Panama 2-0 in their Group L encounter in New Jersey.

MyJoyOnline

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· Jun 27, 2026

Bellingham and Kane secure top spot for England

England made sure of first place in Group L as second-half goals by Jude Bellingham and Harry Kane earned their second win of this FIFA World Cup 2026 at New York New Jersey Stadium.

The i Paper

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· Jun 27, 2026

Joe Hart is saving the BBC’s World Cup

Pound-for-pound no pundit is better at this World Cup than the former England goalkeeper

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