England have already qualified for the 2026 World Cup, which will be held in Canada, Mexico and the United States, and Thomas Tuchel’s side appear to have performed well in the qualifying stages.
The Three Lions have not conceded a single goal in the six games that have ensured their place on the biggest stage, and all eyes will soon be on who will be on board to win England’s first World Cup since 1966.
England’s World Cup appearance record since 1966 | |
|---|---|
1970 | quarterfinals |
1974 | I didn’t qualify |
1978 | I didn’t qualify |
1982 | Group stage 2nd stage |
1986 | quarterfinals |
1990 | 4th place |
1994 | I didn’t qualify |
1998 | round 16 |
2002 | quarterfinals |
2006 | quarterfinals |
2010 | round 16 |
2014 | group stage |
2018 | 4th place |
2022 | quarterfinals |
Some star players, such as captain Harry Kane, are certain to head to North America, but Tuchel still has a lot to think about between now and June.
Of course, a lot can change between now and the summer, but here are ChatGPT’s predictions for who will be in England’s 26-man squad for Canada, Mexico and the United States.
goalkeeper
Jordan Pickford, Dean Henderson, James Trafford
Barring injury, Jordan Pickford looks set to remain England’s No.1 player for the ninth year in a row in 2026.
According to ChatGPT, the Everton star will be backed up by Crystal Palace’s Dean Henderson and Man City’s James Trafford.
defender
Trent Alexander-Arnold, Reece James, Miles Lewis-Skelly, John Stones, Mark Gehi, Ezri Konsa, Dan Byrne
One of Tuchel’s big decisions early on was to leave Trent Alexander-Arnold out, but ChatGPT feels the Real Madrid right-back will regain his place in 26th place.
Chelsea’s Reece James and Arsenal’s Miles Lewis-Skelly are the other full-back options, while the centre-backs include John Stones, Mark Guehi, Ezri Konsa and Dan Byrne.
Tottenham’s Jed Spence was a regular in Tuchel’s side, but there is no place for a full-back in the 26-man squad.
midfielder
Jude Bellingham, Declan Rice, Adam Wharton, Elliot Anderson, Cole Palmer, Morgan Rogers, Eberechi Eze
Declan Rice and Elliot Anderson are regulars in Tuchel’s midfield and could be the partnership to start a World Cup campaign backed by Crystal Palace’s Adam Wharton.
Moving forward, it is believed that Jude Bellingham could return to the squad after recently being left out of the squad due to fitness issues.
Chelsea, Arsenal and Aston Villa stars Cole Palmer, Eberechi Eze and Morgan Rodgers make up the midfield seven, leaving no room for the likes of Morgan Gibbs-White or Jordan Henderson.
forward
When they go in during the day, it eats food such as ashes, but the hat tournament is outside.
Interestingly, ChatGPT believes Tuchel will go with just one unbeatable centre-forward in captain Harry Kane. Marcus Rashford could also play centrally if needed, and his ‘resurgence of form’ at Barcelona means he will be included.
Meanwhile, Anthony Gordon is expected to be included, along with Arsenal stars Bukayo Saka and Noni Madueke and Man City ace Phil Foden, given Anthony Gordon’s “increasing importance” under Tuchel.
Chat Notable players left out of GPT’s front line include Jarrod Bowen and Ollie Watkins.
