Starmer says England can ‘dare to dream’ ahead of World Cup opener

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17 Jun 2026 • 4:45 AM MYT
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Starmer says England can ‘dare to dream’ ahead of World Cup opener

  • Sir Keir Starmer has stated England can "dare to dream" again, offering praise to the team before their World Cup opener.
  • The Three Lions are set to begin their Group L campaign against Croatia in Dallas on Wednesday night.
  • The Prime Minister said: “Tomorrow, we can dare to dream again because we have a brilliant Three Lions squad, packed with all the talent and experience to get that second star on the shirt.
  • “Like every England fan, I’ll be roaring on Thomas Tuchel, Harry Kane and the entire England squad. Come on England.”
  • Tuchel’s side were forced into a late squad change after full-back Tino Livramento picked up an injury. The Newcastle defender will be replaced by Trevoh Chalobah.