FIFA World Cup 2026
England at the FIFA World Cup 2026
Overview
England is the largest constituent country of the United Kingdom, occupying the southern two‑thirds of Great Britain, with London as its capital, a common‑law legal tradition and a globally influential English language and culture.
Quick facts
- Capital
- London
- Continent
- Europe
- Federation
- UEFA (Europe)
- Group
- L
- FIFA ranking (Nov 2025)
- #4
- World Cup titles
- 1
Geography
- Founded / established
- 927
- Population
- 56,800,000
- Languages
- English (primary)
- Currency
- Pound sterling (GBP)
- Area
- 130,279 km²
- Highest point
- Scafell Pike (978 m)
- Climate
- Temperate oceanic; mild but changeable weather year-round
- Land borders
- Scotland, Wales
Football facts
- Appearances
- 16
- Best result
- Champions (1966)
- Top scorer
- Gary Lineker (10)
- Debut
- 1950
2026 World Cup kits
Home kit
Main color: white
World Cup history
16 World Cup appearances
| Year | Result |
|---|---|
| 2026 | Qualified (2026) |
| 2022 | Quarter-finals |
| 2018 | Fourth place |
| 2014 | Group stage |
| 2010 | Round of 16 |
| 2006 | Quarter-finals |
| 2002 | Quarter-finals |
| 1998 | Round of 16 |
| 1990 | Fourth place |
| 1986 | Quarter-finals |
| 1982 | Group stage |
| 1970 | Quarter-finals |
| 1966 | Champions |
| 1962 | Quarter-finals |
| 1958 | Group stage |
| 1954 | Quarter-finals |
| 1950 | Group stage |