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Jude Bellingham faces England selection battle as Thomas Tuchel sets out World Cup 'pecking order'

England head coach Thomas Tuchel has made it clear that Jude Bellingham will need to fight for his place in the starting XI ahead of the 2026 FIFA World Cup.

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England labour past New Zealand as Kane strike seals narrow World Cup warm-up win in Florida

England's World Cup preparations began with a narrow 1-0 win over New Zealand in Tampa, Florida, but the performance offered more questions than answers as Harry Kane's late first-half header proved the only difference in testing conditions.

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Joe Cole: England among 12 teams capable of winning 2026 World Cup

Former England midfielder Joe Cole has backed Thomas Tuchel's handling of the national team despite several eye-catching selection decisions ahead of England's preparations for the 2026 FIFA World Cup.

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Harry Kane: I have a shot at Ballon d'Or, especially if England win FIFA World Cup

Bayern Munich striker Harry Kane has suggested he would merit Ballon d'Or consideration should England triumph at the 2026 FIFA World Cup.

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'We can go a long way' - Thomas Tuchel confident England can win 2026 World Cup

England head coach Thomas Tuchel said he has "full belief" his side can win the 2026 World Cup as preparations for the upcoming tournament gather pace in the United States.

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Thomas Tuchel didn't want to play England's Phil Foden out of position at 2026 World Cup

Thomas Tuchel has admitted that tactical uncertainty over Phil Foden's best position played a decisive role in his decision to leave the Manchester City forward out of England's World Cup squad.

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