England's best World Cup for 60 years - but how should it be judged?

BBC News Sunday 19 July 2026, 00:23 UTC 1 min read

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England have secured their best men's World Cup finish since winning the tournament 60 years ago. Is their performance at the 2026 edition being under-appreciated?

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