England's World Cup campaign is facing a setback due to injuries, with Bukayo Saka's fitness concerns sparking worries among fans and pundits.
What's happening with Bukayo Saka?
Gary Neville has expressed concerns over Bukayo Saka's performances for England at the World Cup, citing the Arsenal star's fitness issues. Saka has been dealing with an Achilles injury and was restricted to being named on the bench for England's opening World Cup games.
How is England's form?
England's recent form has been mixed, with a record of 2W-0D-2L in their last four games, and they are currently on a two-game winning run. Their last result was a 4-2 win over Croatia on 2026-06-17.
What's next for England?
England will face DR Congo in their round of 32 match on Tuesday evening in Atlanta, with a victory setting up a last-16 tie against either Mexico or Ecuador. | Date | Opponent | Result | | --- | --- | --- | | 2026-06-17 | Croatia | 4-2 win | | 2026-09-26 | Spain | - | England's next fixture is against Spain at home on 2026-09-26.
Who else is affected by injuries?
Reece James is also sidelined with a hamstring injury, while Tino Livramento was withdrawn from the squad before the start of the tournament. Thomas Tuchel has already been forced to deal with some injury concerns at the World Cup, and the team's fitness levels will be crucial in determining their success in the tournament.
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