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Heading to North America in 2026 — the journey begins here.
| Guide | Date | Kickoff (ET) | Opponent | City | Stadium |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| City Guide | June 17, 2026 | 3:00 PM | Croatia | Toronto | BMO Field |
| City Guide | June 23, 2026 | 3:00 PM | Ghana | Boston | Gillette Stadium |
| City Guide |
| June 27, 2026 |
| 3:00 PM |
| Panama |
| New York/New Jersey |
| MetLife Stadium |
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Sir Geoff Hurst scores the only World Cup final hat-trick to date as England secures a dramatic 4-2 extra-time victory over West Germany to win the trophy on home soil.
Paul Gascoigne's emotional reaction to a booking that would have ruled him out of the final defined a pivotal moment when the nation re-engaged with the team.
An 18-year-old Michael Owen scores a stunning solo goal against Argentina in the Round of 16, instantly establishing himself as a national star.
| Year | Event | Type |
|---|---|---|
| 1872 | Played the first official international football match against Scotland. | first appearance |
| 1950 | Participated in the World Cup for the first time, famously losing 1-0 to the USA. | disappointment |
| 1966 | Won their only World Cup, defeating West Germany 4-2 in the final at Wembley. | championship |
| 1990 | Reached the World Cup Semi-finals under Bobby Robson, losing on penalties to West Germany. | notable performance |
| 2018 | Reached the World Cup Semi-finals again, fostering a sense of national optimism. | notable performance |
| 2024 | Finished as Runners-up at the UEFA European Championship, losing the final to Spain. | notable performance |
English fan culture is deeply rooted in club loyalty but unites passionately for the national team. Traditions include singing the national anthem loudly, waving 'St. George's Cross' flags, and often wearing replica shirts. The term 'Three Lions' is central to the identity.
"Three Lions (Football's Coming Home)"
The Football Supporters' Association (FSA), various official and unofficial 'Barmy Army' style groups.
Loud, patriotic, and often high-anxiety, especially in knockout matches. The atmosphere has modernized to be more family-friendly at Wembley, but remains raucous when travelling abroad.
The 1966 final victory remains England's only win in a major international tournament.
England and Scotland played the first official international football match in 1872.
Harry Kane holds the record as England's all-time top scorer with 76 goals.
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