England - 2026 FIFA World Cup

England are among the favorites after years of near-misses, with Jude Bellingham the standout talent of his generation and a squad packed with Premier League stars hungry to finally bring a major trophy home. They open Group L against Croatia, Ghana, and Panama when play begins June 17, a very manageable group on paper. The Three Lions carry the weight of expectation but this generation has the quality to match the ambition.