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Dan Burn embraces surreal World Cup experience with England

Yahoo Sports • 1 min read • Latest: Jun 14, 2026, 1:25 AM

Last updated Jun 14, 2026

Dan Burn embraces surreal World Cup experience with England

Summary

Dan Burn, a 34-year-old defender for England, described his presence at the World Cup as surreal, highlighting his journey from non-league football to this major tournament. Now part of manager Thomas Tuchel's 26-man squad in the U.S., Burn made his international debut last year. England, fresh off friendly wins against New Zealand and Costa Rica, prepares to start their World Cup campaign against Croatia on June 21 in Arlington, Texas. Burn expressed excitement about the team dynamic and the importance of building relationships off the pitch.

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By the Numbers

•Dan Burn stands at 2.01 meters and plays for Newcastle.
•England arrived at their World Cup base in Kansas City on June 10.
•The team defeated New Zealand and Costa Rica in friendlies.
•England's first match is against Croatia on June 21.
•Group L also includes Ghana and Panama.

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1:25 AMYahoo Sports — England's Burn savours 'surreal' World Cup moment

What they're saying

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England defender Dan Burn says it is "surreal" to be at the World Cup after a journeyman career that has taken him all the way from non-league football to the game's biggest stage.Centre-back Burn, who stands at 2.01 metres (6ft 7ins), said it was "special" to be at a World Cup so late in his career.
— Yahoo Sports

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