Three Lions

Also known as: Three Lions of England

Three Lions — England national football team, competing at the 2026 FIFA World Cup under coach Thomas Tuchel.

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May 2026
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… The Black Stars will face the Three Lions in Group L alongside Croatia in Panama in the first round of the global competition. …
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England must use own strengths, not copy Spain—Gordon

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Barcelona winger Anthony Gordon says England cannot replicate Spain's football style and should instead play to their own strengths to end their 60-year wait for a major tournament title. Gordon, who scored in England's World Cup semifinal loss to Argentina, argues that both nations have equally talented players with different qualities and that England should leverage what makes them distinct rather than imitating Spanish methods.

25 September 2026 · The Ghanaian Times →

Friday 25 September

England must use own strengths, not copy Spain—Gordon
Barcelona winger Anthony Gordon says England cannot replicate Spain's football style and should instead play to their own strengths to end their 60-year wait for a major tournament title. Gordon, who scored in England's World Cup semifinal loss to Argentina, argues that both nations have equally talented players with different qualities and that England should leverage what makes them distinct rather than imitating Spanish methods.
25 September 2026 · The Ghanaian Times →

Friday 11 September

Eddie Nketiah prepares international switch from England to Ghana
Crystal Palace forward Eddie Nketiah is in the process of switching his international allegiance from England to Ghana, with FIFA paperwork being assembled for submission. The 27-year-old made one senior appearance for England in a non-competitive friendly and remains eligible to apply for a change of association.
11 September 2026 · Daily Guide →

Thursday 20 August

Arsenal agree £50m-plus deal for Aston Villa defender Konsa
Arsenal have agreed a deal worth more than £50m to sign Aston Villa defender Ezri Konsa, an England international who will have a medical before completing his move to Emirates Stadium. The 28-year-old, who joined Villa in July 2019, has made 286 appearances over the past seven seasons.
20 August 2026 · Daily Guide →

Tuesday 4 August

Jordan Henderson joins Chelsea on two-year deal
England midfielder Jordan Henderson, 36, has signed with Chelsea on a two-year contract after his contract with Brentford was mutually terminated. Henderson, a former Liverpool captain who won the Premier League title and Champions League, made 32 top-flight appearances for Brentford in 2025-26.
4 August 2026 · Daily Guide →

Sunday 12 July

England beat Norway in World Cup quarter-final despite Rice illness
England boss Thomas Tuchel said midfielder Declan Rice spent most of three days in bed with sickness before England's 2-1 World Cup quarter-final victory over Norway, with Jude Bellingham scoring twice to set up a semi-final against Argentina.
12 July 2026 · Joy Online →

Saturday 27 June

Ghana finish third in World Cup Group L after loss to Croatia
Ghana lost 2-1 to Croatia in their final Group L match at the 2026 FIFA World Cup, with a late Nikola Vlašić header preventing them from finishing in the top two. Despite the defeat, Ghana advanced to the Round of 32 as one of the best third-placed teams, ending the group stage on four points.
27 June 2026 · Joy Online →

Friday 26 June

Black Stars face Croatia in World Cup Group L decider
Ghana will play Croatia in the final Group L fixture of the FIFA World Cup at Philadelphia Stadium tomorrow at 9pm local time. Ghana needs at least a point to advance to the round of 32, while Croatia must win to guarantee progression.
26 June 2026 · The Ghanaian Times →
Queiroz praises Asare after Ghana's goalless draw with England
Ghana coach Carlos Queiroz praised goalkeeper Benjamin Asare for his outstanding performance in the Black Stars' goalless draw with England at Boston Stadium, including key saves such as denying Bukayo Saka, and emphasized that the result reflected collective team effort.
26 June 2026 · The Ghanaian Times →

Thursday 25 June

Thomas Partey wins MVP award in Black Stars' England draw
Thomas Partey was named Man of the Match by Ghana's vehicle partner JAC Motors after the Black Stars held England to a goalless draw in a 2026 FIFA World Cup group game. Partey, who played the entire match, received a plaque and $2,000 for the award.
25 June 2026 · Joy Online →
Queiroz criticises VAR decisions after Ghana's England draw
Ghana head coach Carlos Queiroz expressed frustration with the Video Assistant Referee system after the Black Stars' goalless draw against England in their Group L match at the 2026 FIFA World Cup, particularly over a second-half incident in the penalty area involving England defender Ezri Konsa and Ghana substitute Prince Adu Kwabena that he believed should have resulted in a penalty and red card.
25 June 2026 · Daily Guide →
Rooney praises Queiroz's tactics in Ghana's draw with England
Wayne Rooney commended Ghana coach Carlos Queiroz for his tactical discipline after the Black Stars held England to a goalless draw in a 2026 World Cup group match at Boston Stadium, with England dominating possession at 79 per cent but unable to break down Ghana's organised defence.
25 June 2026 · Daily Guide →
Ghana holds England 0-0 at 2026 World Cup group stage
Ghana drew 0-0 with England in their second Group L match of the 2026 FIFA World Cup in the USA, Canada and Mexico, leaving the Black Stars second in the group with four points. Coach Carlos Queiroz told fans the team's target remains reaching the knockout stage, with matches against Croatia and Panama still to play.
25 June 2026 · The Ghanaian Times →
Ghana faces England in 2026 World Cup group stage
The Ghanaian Times compares Ghana's group-stage encounter with England at the 2026 FIFA World Cup to the biblical story of Daniel in the Lions' Den, drawing a parallel between Daniel's faith and the Black Stars' challenge against a stronger opponent after Ghana opened with victories against Croatia and Panama.
25 June 2026 · The Ghanaian Times →
Queiroz praises Asare's goalkeeping in draw with England
Ghana coach Carlos Queiroz has praised goalkeeper Benjamin Asare for his outstanding performance in the Black Stars' goalless draw with England, with Asare making key saves including denying Bukayo Saka.
25 June 2026 · Joy Online →

Wednesday 24 June

Queiroz claims VAR missed penalty and red card in England draw
Ghana coach Carlos Queiroz criticised VAR officials after his team's goalless draw with England, claiming they missed a clear penalty and red card when substitute Prince Adu was brought down by goalkeeper Jordan Pickford in the second half.
24 June 2026 · Joy Online →

Tuesday 23 June

Ghana draws 0-0 with England in 2026 World Cup
Ghana's Black Stars held England to a 0-0 draw in their second Group L match at the 2026 FIFA World Cup, leaving both teams on four points with Ghana second in the group. The result brings Ghana closer to the Round of 32, with a Panama-Croatia draw on Tuesday guaranteeing their qualification.
23 June 2026 · Joy Online →
Accra residents wear national colours to support Black Stars against England
Ahead of Ghana's World Cup match against England, Accra residents showed enthusiasm by wearing Black Stars jerseys and purchasing Ghana-themed items. Traders and supporters expressed confidence in the team, recalling a previous 1-0 victory over Panama and planning to watch the match at viewing centres or with family.
23 June 2026 · Joy Online →
Odartey Lamptey expects England to prove too strong for Ghana
Former Ghana international Odartey Lamptey has said he would not be surprised if the Black Stars lose to England in their Group L World Cup match, citing England's superior quality, depth and experience under coach Thomas Tuchel, though he maintains his support for a Ghana victory.
23 June 2026 · Daily Guide →

Monday 15 June

Southgate declines World Cup pundit role to avoid distracting England
Former England manager Gareth Southgate says he turned down work as a World Cup pundit because he did not think it would be "helpful" to the national team's chances. Southgate, who resigned after England lost the Euro 2024 final to Spain, said he wanted to "keep out of the way" to avoid any misconstrued comments being thrown at the team at press conferences.
15 June 2026 · Joy Online →

Wednesday 10 June

Tuchel cautiously manages Saka's fitness ahead of World Cup
England coach Thomas Tuchel says Bukayo Saka, who suffered an Achilles injury in March, requires careful attention before the World Cup, though the winger is being built back up and was involved in recent training.
10 June 2026 · Joy Online →

Tuesday 19 May

Ghana's Semenyo vows to compete with England, Croatia at 2026 World Cup
Ghana international Antoine Semenyo says the Black Stars will face England and Croatia in Group L of the 2026 World Cup in Panama, and he is determined to prove that Ghana can compete with and beat top nations. Semenyo added that the team is motivated to perform well after failing to qualify for the 2025 Africa Cup of Nations.
19 May 2026 · Joy Online →