England HubThe Three Lions face Mexico next, and Cole Palmer's omission from the squad has sparked debate.
What happened?
Palmer was left out of England's World Cup squad despite scoring 11 goals in all competitions for Chelsea. He believes he would have offered 'something different' to the team.
Why it matters for England
England's attacking issues against Ghana, Panama, and DR Congo have led some to suggest Palmer's inclusion would have been beneficial. Palmer has made 14 appearances for England, scoring twice, including a strike in the Euro 2024 final against Spain.
What comes next?
England are back in action on Monday morning, attempting to reach the quarter finals of the World Cup for the third successive competition. Their recent form has been mixed, with a record of 2W-0D-2L in their last four games, but they are on a 2-game winning run after beating Croatia 4-2 on 2026-06-17.
| Date | Opponent | Result |
|---|---|---|
| 2026-06-17 | Croatia | 4-2 |
Palmer's comments come as England prepare to face co-hosts Mexico at the Azteca, with a potential quarter-final match against Brazil or Norway on the horizon. Next fixture: vs Spain (at home, 2026-09-26).
