Do England have a problem against top-10 teams?
As England prepare to take on Spain in their opening Nations League match, BBC Sport takes a look at whether they have a problem when faced with teams in the world top 10.
England's recent performances against top-10 teams have raised questions about their capability to compete at the highest level. In their past 15 matches against sides ranked in the top 10 according to FIFA rankings, England have won only six games. This includes a victory in the 2022 World Cup match against France where Harry Kane missed a penalty.
The Three Lions' low possession rates in these encounters, averaging 35.8% in the 2022 World Cup and 34.9% in the Euro finals against Spain and Italy, further highlight their struggles. England's inability to dominate possession and control the game has been a consistent issue, regardless of the quality of opposition. Former England striker Kane believes the key to overcoming these challenges lies in remaining true to themselves in high-pressure situations.
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