The 2026 FIFA World Cup qualification

Bukayo Saka says England are still carrying the "scar" of their World Cup semi-final defeat to Argentina, despite a 6-4 bronze-medal win over France giving them their best finish in six decades. He said the squad are trying to move on and focus on the new international season, starting with four Nations League matches, including hosting Spain at Wembley on Saturday. Saka also praised 16-year-old Arsenal team-mate Max Dowman, predicting a senior England call-up is only a matter of time, while England Under-21 boss Lee Carsley said Dowman is likely to join the under-21s to gain minutes and ease pressure on him.