Where best to play matchwinner Jude Bellingham? Which wide forwards work well with Harry Kane? Who is fit enough to play right-back?England face DR Congo in Atlanta on Wednesday at 5pm in the round of 32 as they enter the knockout section of the biggest ever World Cup.Can you solve head coach Thomas Tuchel's selection dilemmas?Choose your XI below:More to read on EnglandGet the latest World Cup 2026 news in your inbox with our Make Football Great Again newsletterJoin our new WhatsApp community and receive your daily dose of Mirror Football content. We also treat our community members to special offers, promotions, and adverts from us and our partners. If you don't like our community, you can check out any time you like. If you're curious, you can read our Privacy Notice.Content cannot be displayed without consent
Pick your England team to face DR Congo
England face DR Congo in the first knockout round of the World Cup 2026. Which XI would you choose to face the African side?











