Episode Details

England’s 2026 FIFA World Cup campaign begins against Croatia, and Thomas Tuchel has some huge decisions to make.

Who starts alongside Marc Guéhi in defence? Who plays at number 10? And perhaps the biggest debate of all: does Morgan Rogers deserve the role ahead of Jude Bellingham?

In this episode, Ade Oladipo picks his England team for the World Cup opener and breaks down the key selection dilemmas facing Tuchel ahead of one of England’s most important matches in recent years.

With Croatia providing familiar opposition and a tough opening test, every decision matters.

Topics include:

• England vs Croatia preview • Thomas Tuchel’s biggest selection headaches • Morgan Rogers vs Jude Bellingham at number 10 • Who should partner Marc Guéhi in central defence? • Harry Kane’s role in the England attack • England’s strengths and weaknesses heading into the World Cup • Can England make a fast start in the tournament? • Ade’s predicted England starting XI

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