Predicting England's World Cup starting XI for Panama group match

After the euphoria which surrounded the 4-2 win over Croatia, the Three Lions struggled against a team which was more than happy to sit back, soak up pressure and hit on the break. 

Despite England having an array of attacking talent both in the starting lineup and on the bench, no one was able to break the deadlock, leading to questions as to whether manager Thomas Tuchel had picked the right team. 

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This performance has led to some calls for certain players to be omitted as England need to beat Panama to secure top spot in Group L. 

Ahead of kick-off in New Jersey, DAZN News predicts England's starting eleven for their final World Cup group match.  

GOALKEEPER: Jordan Pickford

Until the day he retires from international football, Jordan Pickford will always start in goal. 

Depth chart: Dean Henderson, James Trafford

RIGHT BACK: Reece James

Reece James has been solid at right back so far and therefore will keep his place. 

Depth chart: Djed Spence, Ezri Konsa

CENTRE BACKS: Marc Guehi, Ezri Konsa

This centre back pairing worked well; there did not seem to be the same nerves as in the Croatia game, especially from Ezri Konsa. 

Marc Guehi made some crucial blocks to keep Ghana at bay, and I expect Tuchel to opt for consistency instead of frequently chopping and changing. 

Depth chart: John Stones, Dan Burn, Trevoh Chalobah, Jarell Quansah

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Rice: Ghana draw not a setback for England

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LEFT BACK: Nico O'Reilly

Djed Spence did not have the best of matches with him often subjected to Tuchel barking orders at him until he was taken off in the 65th minute. 

With England needing some attacking flair, I expect O'Reilly to come back into the starting line-up as he is someone who can defend, but also be dangerous in attack, albeit he did miss a clear header against Croatia in Dallas. 

Depth chart: Djed Spence

CENTRAL MIDFIELDERS: Elliot Anderson, Declan Rice

While Tuchel will have preferred to rotate to give some of his best players a rest, I reckon he will go with his first-choice midfield pairing of Elliot Anderson and Declan Rice. 

Once the game is out of sight, expect one or even both players to be taken off by Tuchel. 

Depth chart: Jordan Henderson, Kobbie Mainoo

RIGHT WING: Noni Madueke

The England wingers have come under some criticism following the draw with Ghana, and Noni Madueke's place in the starting eleven is under threat. 

However, with his fellow Arsenal teammate Bukayo Saka still not fully fit, Madueke will retain his place but could lose it come the knockout stages if Saka is ready to return. 

Depth chart: Bukayo Saka, Marcus Rashford

ATTACKING MIDFIELD / NUMBER 10: Jude Bellingham

Jude Bellingham was named the player of the match against Ghana, but even he admitted that he did not deserve the award. 

Bellingham failed to impose himself on the match as Ghana chose to be disciplined when man-marking, but this will fuel him to produce an even better performance when the Three Lions take on Panama. 

Depth chart: Morgan Rogers

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Tuchel: We all must remain positive after Ghana frustration

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LEFT WING: Marcus Rashford

Anthony Gordon will be a casualty in this draw with Ghana with Marcus Rashford set to replace him. 

Rashford will be ready to showcase the best he has to offer, with his future at Manchester United uncertain, and he poses a dual threat, someone who is able to create chances whilst also being lethal in front of goal. 

Depth chart: Anthony Gordon, Eberechi Eze

STRIKER: Harry Kane

The England captain will see this match against Panama as a prime opportunity to boost his goal tally to not only land England a place in the knockout stages, but also remain in the race for the Golden Boot. 

Depth chart: Ollie Watkins, Ivan Toney, Marcus Rashford

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