You would be forgiven for feeling like England are stuck in the doldrums. The Three Lions have been knocked out of a major tournament once again, captain Harry Kane may have played in his last World Cup and the country is trapped in a shared malaise after the defeat to Argentina.
Fear not, because things might be better in the future. There is a wealth of talent ready to step into the frame over the next couple of years – although replacing Kane will probably prove to be a bit of a challenge.
It’s time to stop dwelling on defeat and move forward. Here is a selection of the youngsters who could help England to victory in 2030.
Rio Ngumoha
There is an argument to be made that Rio Ngumoha deserved a place in the squad this year.
