England 2026 World Cup squad: player-by-player ratings
The Guardian has rated all 24 England players who featured at the 2026 World Cup, following the team's third-placed finish at the tournament.
– Jude Bellingham top-rated (9) for his quality and commitment despite a tense relationship with manager Thomas Tuchel
– Djed Spence (8) and Marc Guéhi (8) praised as standout defenders, with Guéhi highlighted for handling Erling Haaland
– Jordan Pickford (7) made key saves, including a brilliant stop against Argentina in the semi-final
– Elliot Anderson (8) and Morgan Rogers (8) impressed in midfield despite limited or unfamiliar roles
– Reece James (6) and Trevoh Chalobah (6) had disrupted tournaments through injury and limited minutes
– Jarell Quansah (5) rated lowest among those listed, hurt by a red card against Mexico
- England finished third at the 2026 World Cup
- Guardian rates all 24 squad members' tournament performances
- Bellingham scores highest; Quansah rated lowest so far