🏴England
England compete in Group L at the 2026 FIFA World Cup, opening against Croatia on 17 June at AT&T Stadium.
World Cup history
This is England's 17th appearance at the FIFA World Cups since 1950, with a best finish of winners.
Road to 2026
In UEFA qualifying, England finished 1st in Group K with 24 points from 8 games (8W 0D 0L), scoring 22 and conceding 0.
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Group fixtures
Group L
Frequently asked
What group are England in at the 2026 World Cup?
England are in Group L, alongside Croatia, Ghana and Panama.
When is England's first match at the 2026 World Cup?
England open their campaign against Croatia on 17 June at AT&T Stadium.
How did England qualify for the 2026 World Cup?
In UEFA qualifying, England finished 1st in Group K with 24 points from 8 games (8W 0D 0L), scoring 22 and conceding 0.
What is England's best World Cup result?
England's best finish at a FIFA World Cup is winners.
Squad
26-player provisional squad