England Set for World Cup Qualifier Clash with Andorra at Sold-Out Villa Park

Critical World Cup Qualifier Match

England are set to face Andorra in a 2026 FIFA World Cup qualifier at Villa Park on Saturday, 6 September 2025, with kick-off scheduled for 17:00 BST. The Three Lions currently lead Group K with an impressive record, having secured 9 points and a +6 goal difference from three matches, putting direct qualification well within reach if they maintain their current form.

Team News and Preparations

Head coach Thomas Tuchel has selected a 24-man squad for the fixture, with notable returns including John Stones, who missed much of last season through injury, while Marcus Rashford and Adam Wharton have also earned recalls to the Three Lions squad. Their opponents, Andorra, currently sit at the bottom of Group K without any points and have shown limited attacking threat in qualifying. The visitors are expected to focus on defensive tactics, looking to capitalize on counterattacks and set pieces.

Historical Context and Recent Form

England maintain an unbeaten record against Andorra at men’s senior level, having won all seven previous encounters. Their most recent matchup resulted in a 1-0 victory for England, with captain Harry Kane scoring his 72nd goal for the Three Lions when the teams met earlier this summer. The Three Lions boast an impressive record in World Cup qualifiers, remaining unbeaten in their last 34 matches (W26 D8) since October 2009. At home, they haven’t lost in their last 30 qualifiers (W27 D3), with their last defeat coming against Germany at the old Wembley in October 2000.

Looking Ahead

England currently occupy top spot in their qualifying group, having secured victories over Albania, Latvia, and Andorra in Tuchel’s first three games. The qualification campaign will continue through the autumn, with remaining fixtures scheduled for October and November international windows as England aim to secure their place at next summer’s World Cup in USA, Mexico and Canada.