Ollie Watkins claims best form ahead of World Cup with England
Yahoo Sports • 1 min read • Latest: Jun 2, 2026, 10:20 PM
Last updated Jun 2, 2026
Aston Villa and England striker Ollie Watkins stated he feels he is in the best form of his career as he prepares for the World Cup. Following a strong club season, Watkins played a key role in Villa's Europa League victory over Freiburg, ending the club's 30-year trophy drought. He emphasized the importance of his recent success for England's chances in the tournament and remarked on the challenges of acclimating to the warm Florida climate during their training camp. England is currently in Florida for preseason preparations ahead of the World Cup.
- •Watkins feels he is in the best shape of his career.
- •He played a significant part in Aston Villa's Europa League triumph.
- •England is in Florida preparing for the World Cup.
- •Watkins noted the challenges of adjusting to the warm weather.
- 10:20 PMYahoo Sports — Watkins believes he is arriving at the World Cup in his best-ever form
"Aston Villa and England striker Ollie Watkins believes he is ‘the best he has ever been’ as the forward prepares for the World Cup.The 30-year-old finished the club season in top form and was a cr...
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