Summary
BBC Sport asked its journalists to share their preferred starting lineup for England's World Cup football team. England will begin the World Cup against Croatia on June 17, and players have one last friendly match against Japan to prove themselves before the final squad is chosen. The selection highlights debates over certain key positions in the team, such as who will play in the attacking and defensive roles.
Key Facts
- England will begin its World Cup campaign against Croatia on June 17.
- A final friendly match against Japan is scheduled before the squad is finalized.
- BBC Sport asked journalists to share their England starting line-up choices.
- Reece James and John Stones' fitness levels are a concern for potential selection.
- The competition for the number 10 position is primarily between Morgan Rogers and Jude Bellingham.
- Bellingham plays for Real Madrid, while Morgan Rogers had an impressive series of games recently.
- Anthony Gordon and Bukayo Saka are key contenders for the winger positions.
- Declan Rice and Elliot Anderson are expected to be central midfield choices in the team.
