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FIFA World Cup: Ashley Westwood Backs France For Glory, Warns England Of Croatia Challenge
FIFA World Cup: Former Manchester United academy graduate and experienced English coach Ashley Westwood believes England have the quality to challenge at the FIFA World Cup 2026, while identifying France as the team to beat and Japan as one of the tournament's potential dark horses.
Talking about England's World Cup campaign, Westwood acknowledged the challenge awaiting the Three Lions in their opening fixture against Croatia, a side he described as one of England's most difficult opponents on the international stage.
"Croatia have always been a tricky team for England. They have resilience, a strong football culture, and a mentality that never gives up. They are a nation you can never take for granted," he was quoted as saying by Zee5, the official broadcaster of FIFA World Cup 2026 in India.
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