Do England have a problem against top-10 teams?
Summary
England's national football team has won six of their last 15 matches against the world's top-10 ranked teams but struggles in key moments, especially in World Cup knockout stages. Their recent losses include finals against Spain and Italy, and they have yet to win against the defending world champions at the World Cup.Key Facts
- England won 6 out of their last 15 games against top-10 FIFA-ranked teams.
- Their wins include Euro 2021 and 2024 semifinals and the 2024 World Cup third-place match.
- England has been eliminated every time since 1998 when facing top-10 teams in World Cup knockout rounds.
- They have lost all four World Cup matches against the defending champions.
- England reached the Euro finals in 2020 and 2024 but lost both to Spain and Italy.
- In games against top teams, England's possession rates have sometimes been below 40%.
- Harry Kane, England's top scorer, emphasizes the need to play confidently and be themselves in big games.
- England's inconsistent performance against elite teams remains a challenge for their ambition to win major tournaments.
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