Marcus Rashford will line up on the left wing when England face DR Congo in the FIFA World Cup Round of 32 on July 1, 2026, in Atlanta. The Manchester United forward keeps his place after starting in England’s group-stage victory over Panama, beating out Noni Madueke and Anthony Gordon for the spot.
England’s attacking firepower stays unchanged
Rashford slots in on the left side of a 4-2-3-1 formation, with Bukayo Saka expected to occupy the right flank. Jude Bellingham sits in the number ten role behind Harry Kane.
No injuries have been reported among England’s key attacking players, which means this is a full-strength selection rather than a forced hand.
A former teammate reunion adds subplot
