England's strongest XI that should feature in the 2022 Qatar World Cup
England have numerous talented players in every position and can be considered as one of the favorites to win the 2022 World Cup.
England as a nation is widely considered the home of football, but the English national team have only won the World Cup once and that was in 1966.
This article will take you through England's strongest XI that could help them to outshine their opponents in the 2022 World Cup.
England’s Goalkeeper: Jordan Pickford
The 28-year-old has been brilliant in goal for Everton this season and has kept one clean sheet in the Premier League. Pickford has the best shot-stopping statistics in the Premier League this season.
Premier League Goalkeepers Shot Stopping 22/23
•Danny Ward in a league of his own
•Jordan Pickford best shot stopping English GK so far. Should be #1 at the World Cup
•Gavin Bazunu — early days but performing just below average so far
•Jose Sa excellent again for Wolves https://t.co/byGB01KPjt
Pickford won the best Premier League save for the month of September 2022 and if he maintains his consistency it is most likely that he will start in the goal-post for the Three Lions.
Centre-back: Eric Dier
The 28-year-old has netted two goals in the Premier League this season and his presence in the defense has been outstanding for Tottenham Hotspur so far.
Dier was invited by the English national team during the last international break. If he maintains his consistency, he is likely to keep his place in England's defense.
two strong performances for Eric Dier - a triumphant return to the England reckoning. He's booked his place in the World Cup squad and for most people a nailed on starter. https://t.co/GH6L6oTAGt
Centre-back: Fikayo Tomori
The 24-year-old has been decent for AC Milan and has made more successful tackles than any other English centre-back since the start of last season.
Fikayo Tomori has made more successful tackles than any other English centre-back in Europe's top five leagues since the start of last season.
Still not enough to get in the England squad 🤷♂️ https://t.co/s2aUEM5EnB
Going by the numbers, Tomori could start ahead of the out-of-form Harry Maguire at centre-back.
Left-back: Ben Chilwell
The 25-year-old has registered a goal and an assist for Chelsea in the Premier League this season.
89 Touches
. #CFC #Chelsea #CRYCHE
🏴 Ben Chilwell against Crystal Palace:
🔘89 Touches
🔘53/60 Passes
🔘8/11 Att.Third Passes
🔘88% Pass Accuracy
🔘3 Crosses
🔘1/1 Take-ons
🔘5/5 Aerial Duels
🔘4/10 Ground Duels
🔘4 Tackles
🔘2 Clearances
🔘5 Ball Recoveries
👏. #CFC #Chelsea #CRYCHE https://t.co/FchntQEgvF
Provided that Luke Shaw keeps getting fewer game minutes at Manchester United, Chilwell will most likely feature at left-back for England at the World Cup.
Right-back: Reece James
The 22-year-old has registered a goal and an assist for Chelsea in the Premier League this season.
Reece James is the best in the world in his position at 22 years of age, I’m glad this is becoming common knowledge now.
James' impressive performance against Germany during the international break was a good boost for him ahead of other right-backs in the squad.
. #ENG #ENGGER
🏴 Reece James against Germany:
🔘66 Touches
🔘39 Passes
🔘5 Crosses
🔘1/1 Long Balls
🔘93% Pass Accuracy
🔘2 Chances Created
🔘1 Big Chance Created
🔘1 Assist
🔘6/11 Total Duels Won
🔘1/1 Take-ons
🔘2 Fouls Suffered
🔘1 Clearance
🔘2 Tackles
🔘1 Block
👊. #ENG #ENGGER https://t.co/GvTgjkogav
Central Midfielder: Declan Rice
The West Ham midfielder is a vital player for England because of his ability to control the midfield.
Declan Rice’s game by numbers vs. Germany:
95% pass accuracy
61 touches
7/10 ground duels won
5/5 tackles won
2/3 long balls complete
2 interception
Elite midfield performance. 🍚 https://t.co/H3AqLibUks
Rice is a significant powerhouse for England, and he is most likely to retain his spot in the starting XI.
Central Midfielder: Jude Bellingham
The 19-year-old has netted two goals in the Champions League this season and is arguably one of England's best performing youngsters at the moment.
Jude Bellingham has the best WhoScored rating for England from their matches in 2022 so far
⭐ Jude Bellingham has the best WhoScored rating for England from their matches in 2022 so far https://t.co/4uTf4gImeB
Kalvin Phillips is the top choice in this position, but his recent injuries put his place in doubt since Bellingham is performing well at the moment. He could start ahead of Phillips in the World Cup.
Attacking Midfielder: Mason Mount
Despite his dip in form, Mount's creativity in attack should not be underestimated.
Mason Mount has the same number of goal contributions in all competitions (1) as he did at this stage last season
He went on to finish as one of three players to record double digits in both goals and assists in the Premier League, along with Jarrod Bowen and Mo Salah
😬 Mason Mount has the same number of goal contributions in all competitions (1) as he did at this stage last season
😏 He went on to finish as one of three players to record double digits in both goals and assists in the Premier League, along with Jarrod Bowen and Mo Salah https://t.co/aXXmAz9coH
Mount will most likely be picked ahead of James Ward-Prowse in the upcoming World Cup.
Left-wing: Raheem Sterling
Sterling has been Chelsea's top scorer across all competitions this season, and he's arguably one of the best performing English attackers at the moment.
• Most goals
• Most big chances created
• Most chances created from open play
• Most shots
• Most successful dribbles
Raheem Sterling’s start to the season for Chelsea… 🔥 https://t.co/5IpyABNsVQ
Judging by his consistency, the 27-year-old is most likely to retain his position on the left-flank.
Right-wing: Bukayo Saka
The 21-year-old has scored one goal and registered four assists in the Premier League this season.
Bukayo Saka leads the way in the Arsenal assists chart so far this season, closely followed by Granit Xhaka & Gabriel Jesus…
What Arsenal player do you think will end up with the most assists in all competitions come the end of the season?🤔 #afc https://t.co/1p6fxS25lh
Saka’s performances for England have been impressive and he's most likely to start ahead of Phil Foden on the right-wing.
Bukayo Saka won England Player of the year playing RW
Gareth Southgate decides to play him LWB
Drops him against Germany
Bring him on RW and he’s heavily involved in all 3 Goals
Never whinges, just puts his head down and works hard.
I love the Man ❤️
#ENGGER https://t.co/ccFrL8SFRr
Center-forward: Harry Kane
Kane has seven goals and one assist in the Premier League this season.
HARRY KANE SCORES 🙌 https://t.co/1eJS3TBA0p
When fully fit, there's no doubt that Kane will lead the line in attack for his national team at the 2022 Qatar World Cup.