World Cup 2026 Round of 32: England vs DR Congo

[A_G]

 

[2Smokeyy]

@A_G some people laugh at Rooney’s takes but he understands ball:



It was instantly noticeable that the Anderson and Rice midfield isn’t doing nada. Rice in the 6 and Mainoo in the 8 is the way forward.

 

[A_G]

@A_G some people laugh at Rooney’s takes but he understands ball:



It was instantly noticeable that the Anderson and Rice midfield isn’t doing nada. Rice in the 6 and Mainoo in the 8 is the way forward.

I really don’t see it with Anderson tbh

 

[2Smokeyy]

I really don’t see it with Anderson tbh

Another like Rogers who’s decent but nothing more than that at this stage. Tuchel’s biggest mistake is pushing Rice further forward, seems like he’s skipped our games towards the back end of the season

Had he watched it then I’m sure MLS would have been selected and Rice would be playing as a 6.

 

[SuperGoon]

Of course, me, an Irish man, got england in my wc draw at work so I have to cheer them on.

It's coming home.

 

[A_G]

Of course, me, an Irish man, got england in my wc draw at work so I have to cheer them on.

It's coming home.

At least you’re still alive. I got Netherlands in mine.

 

[blaze_of_glory]

I really don’t see it with Anderson tbh

Especially with Rice already there. Anderson isn't needed.

 

[Rasmi]

Noni and Gordon will start. Over a period of weeks Noni always produces one moment. I think that moment will come tonight with an assist and that’s him done for the World Cup

 

[Rex Caudillo]

Is Saka going to start at all does anyone know?

Would it be Mexico or maybe even Brazil?

 

[Gooner Zig]

Is Saka going to start at all does anyone know?

Would it be Mexico or maybe even Brazil?

Tuchel says he's not feeling any pain at the moment so to me that says he will start. Especially as Congo will be in a low block.

 

[Gooner Zig]

Another like Rogers who’s decent but nothing more than that at this stage. Tuchel’s biggest mistake is pushing Rice further forward, seems like he’s skipped our games towards the back end of the season

Had he watched it then I’m sure MLS would have been selected and Rice would be playing as a 6.

It's hilarious because Rice x MLS is the perfect compliment. I would have loved to see MLS carrying the ball through midfield this WC.

 

[Riou]

Probably try and get away with Saka just being a sub from the bench and hope you can get it done in 90 mins.

England will 100% need him starting from Mexico on though.

 

[grange]

At least you’re still alive.

@hydrofluoric acid We are very lucky!

 

[ArsenalInMyHeart]

 

[Riou]

It's still Arsenal and United @JMB ...it's all over for Congo!

 

[ArsenalInMyHeart]

 

[Jasard]

I really don’t see it with Anderson tbh

Think he's always looked like clogger for England

Not seen much of Anderson but when he plays for England he looks Championship level to me

Could well be one of those guys that plays well in a specific team and system but drop him in to City he may stand out like a sore thumb... hopefully...

 

[Yousif Arsenal]

Look like Saka really not fit at all to be used 90 minutes likely 30 minutes max every game.

 

[GDeep™]

You have to question how Saka played the end of the season with us.

 

[Gooner Zig]

Probably try and get away with Saka just being a sub from the bench and hope you can get it done in 90 mins.

England will 100% need him starting from Mexico on though.

The Mexico game if England make it, is on Sunday. Saka can't be played Wednesday and Sunday.