Pickford supports England's attacking strategy ahead of knockout stage
The Guardian Sport • 1 min read • Latest: Jun 28, 2026, 6:00 PM
Last updated Jun 28, 2026
Jordan Pickford emphasized England's commitment to an attacking style as they advance to the knockout stages of the FIFA World Cup. Following a 2-0 victory over Panama, which secured top spot in Group L, Pickford expressed confidence that the team can achieve success without relying on penalties. The match marked his 29th consecutive appearance in a major tournament for England. Next, England is set to face the Democratic Republic of Congo in Atlanta on Wednesday.
- •Jordan Pickford highlighted the need for attacking play.
- •England secured top spot in Group L with a 2-0 win over Panama.
- •This game was Pickford's 29th consecutive major tournament appearance.
- •England will play the Democratic Republic of Congo on Wednesday.
- 6:00 PMThe Guardian Sport — ‘We don’t want penalties’: Pickford backs England’s attacking approach
"Jordan Pickford has enjoyed shootout success but believes his England side can deliver World Cup glory without penalties Jordan Pickford has pretty much seen it all since making his first England appearance at under-16 level in 2009. Although he experienced the embarrassment of conceding the only goal scored by a goalkeeper from open play at a Fifa World Cup match against Canada in the under-17 edition in Mexico two years later, the 32-year-old has more than made up for it. The 2-0 victory against Panama on Saturday was the 29th major tournament England game in a row to feature Pickford as Thomas Tuchel’s side secured top spot in Group L to set up a meeting with the Democratic Republic of Congo in Atlanta on Wednesday. As the Everton goalkeeper is fully aware, things are about to get much more serious. Continue reading...
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