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Predicting England's World Cup starting XI for Ghana group match
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After such a thrilling win against Croatia, excitement is building ahead of England's next World Cup group match.
The Three Lions will travel from their base in Kansas City to Boston, where they will face Ghana at the Boston Stadium on Tuesday.
Both teams are joint top of Group L, but England will be the favourites to beat the African side.
Ahead of kick-off, DAZN News attempts to predict Thomas Tuchel's starting lineup, and there could be changes after some standout performances in Dallas.
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GOALKEEPER: Jordan Pickford
No surprises here, he is England's number one.
Depth chart: Dean Henderson, James Trafford
RIGHT BACK: Reece James
Tuchel will do his best to stay consistent with his team selections, and James will keep his place.
His ability to play in midfield gives England another interesting tactic if matches are not going their way.
Depth chat: Djed Spence, Ezri Konsa
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CENTRE BACKS: Marc Guehi, John Stones
Ezri Konsa looked unsteady in defence and did make a few mistakes. It appeared the nervous energy was something which was running through the whole team, but it might be wise to give Konsa some respite to refocus.
In his place will be Manchester City centre back Marc Guehi, someone who has been an integral part of England's defence in recent years and will bring a sense of calm after an adrenaline-fuelled opening match.
Depth chart: Ezri Konsa, Dan Burn, Trevoh Chalobah, Jarell Quansah
LEFT BACK: Nico O'Reilly
Nico O'Reilly may find himself lucky to be keeping his place, but there are no better alternatives.
Against Croatia, there were a few instances where he lost possession in dangerous areas, and spurned a few good chances to put England in a comfortable position.
It will be interesting to see how O'Reilly copes with a more physical side in Ghana.
Depth chart: Djed Spence
CENTRAL MIDFIELDERS: Elliot Anderson, Declan Rice
As long as Declan Rice is fit, then expect the same central midfield partnership with Nottingham Forest's Elliot Anderson.
Depth chart: Jordan Henderson, Kobbie Mainoo
RIGHT WING: Noni Madueke
Noni Madueke showed promising signs, and even won England's penalty which led to the opening goal.
Madueke can sometimes panic with the ball at his feet, and not think about his next move far enough in, but he is a big attacking threat for England and should keep his place.
Depth chart: Bukayo Saka, Marcus Rashford
ATTACKING MIDFIELD / NUMBER 10: Jude Bellingham
Jude Bellingham is taking this World Cup by the scruff of the neck.
His thundering run at the start of the second half to put England 3-2 ahead against Croatia was a typical Bellingham moment which showed why he is one of the team's biggest stars.
Ghana will have a real task on their hands to keep a player quiet who is fired up, and will do everything he can to get England the win.
Depth chart: Morgan Rogers
DAZN/FIFALEFT WING: Marcus Rashford
After a stellar showing as a substitute, which included scoring England's fourth goal against Croatia, Marcus Rashford will likely get the nod to start ahead of Anthony Gordon.
By no means was Gordon bad, but Tuchel has an embarrassment of riches in this position, and perhaps interchanging the two at this early stage of the tournament will provide plenty of rest ahead of a relentless schedule in the knockout stages.
There is also the possibility of Tuchel bringing on Gordon as one of his 'Finishers' if needed, and with his pace, it will keep up the high intensity style England will want to play.
Depth chart: Anthony Gordon, Eberechi Eze
STRIKER: Harry Kane
Harry Kane will lead the line, and with two goals already to his name at this World Cup, he will want to add more to his tally.
Depth chart: Ollie Watkins, Ivan Toney, Marcus Rashford
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