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Originally published by Standard Sportssports
November 17, 2025
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England ready for 2026 World Cup after perfect campaign
England wrapped up their flawless World Cup qualifying campaign with a record-setting 2-0 win against Albania on Sunday...
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England concluded their flawless 2026 World Cup qualifying campaign with a 2-0 victory against Albania, setting a new European record by winning every qualifier without conceding a goal. This performance highlights manager Thomas Tuchel's impactful leadership and tactical changes, positioning England as strong contenders for the upcoming tournament in the United States, Canada, and Mexico.
- England took maximum points from their eight qualifying games, making them the first European team to achieve this feat without conceding a single goal in a campaign of at least six matches.
- Manager Thomas Tuchel has revitalised the team with his astute tactical acumen and willingness to make decisive substitutions, a contrast to his predecessor Gareth Southgate's more cautious approach.
- England's strategic use of set-pieces, described as an "NFL playbook" by captain Harry Kane, proved effective with Kane's opening goal against Albania coming directly from a corner.
- The team boasts significant strength in depth, allowing for substantial squad rotation while maintaining high performance, with striker Harry Kane, who increased his national record to 78 goals, being the only irreplaceable player.
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