PREDICTION: Pressure or Perfection as England Face Serbia at Wembley
A Battle With Nothing to Lose
England already have their ticket to the 2026 World Cup, but Thursday’s match at Wembley still carries weight. For Thomas Tuchel, it is another chance to prove that his England side can dominate and entertain. For Serbia, it is a last stand to keep their World Cup dream alive.
Tuchel’s men have been perfect so far in Group K. Six wins from six, eighteen goals scored, none conceded. The Three Lions destroyed Latvia 5-0 last time out and have not been troubled by anyone since the start of qualifying. England’s attacking rhythm has returned, and they now chase a third straight win by five goals or more.
Serbia Under Pressure and Under New Management
Serbia arrive at Wembley in chaos. They sacked Dragan Stojkovic after losing 1-0 to Albania and have now turned to Veljko Paunovic, the former Reading coach. It will be his first game in charge, and it happens to be at Wembley against an unbeaten England side.
Paunovic’s team sit one point behind Albania, still fighting for second place. If they lose to England and Albania beat Andorra, Serbia’s hopes of reaching the World Cup will vanish. It is a do-or-die game for the visitors, who also travel without their biggest star, Aleksandar Mitrovic, sidelined by injury.
England Ready to Rotate but Stay Ruthless
Tuchel may use the match to test a few new names. Newcastle’s Nick Pope and Anthony Gordon are out injured, replaced by James Trafford and Trevoh Chalobah. Three uncapped players have also joined the squad, including Bayer Leverkusen’s Jarell Quansah.
Even so, Tuchel is expected to field a strong team. Jordan Pickford could record his 43rd clean sheet for England, while Jude Bellingham looks set to return to the starting lineup. The hosts want a perfect finish before facing Albania on Sunday.
Prediction
Serbia will have to attack, and that could leave plenty of space for England’s speed and precision. Expect a lively game with goals at both ends.
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Tuchel’s perfect record continues, and England head to America as group winners with confidence sky-high.
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