2026 World Cup: They play with fear – Capello rates England’s chances of winning trophy

Former England manager, Fabio Capello, believes the Three Lions can not win the 2026 World Cup because they play with a lot of fear.

Speaking to the BBC, Capello also called on England manager Thomas Tuchel to ensure that the players are confident when the competition starts.

“Always the same, England arrive at the World Cup tired, and they play with fear,” Capello said.

“I remember the game against Italy, and then after 10, 15 minutes, they stopped playing. Long balls, and they played with fear.

“This is the problem for England – it’s tiring and fear. The manager, he has to cancel it.”

England are in Group L alongside Ghana, Panama and Croatia.

2026 World Cup: They play with fear – Capello rates England’s chances of winning trophy

Transfer: Rangers interested in Super Eagles defender

Rangers are targeting Ryan Alebiosu as a replacement for their captain, James Tavernier, DAILY POST reports.

Tavernier will leave the Gers at the end of the season after 11 years at Ibrox.

Alebiosu is reportedly on the club’s radar as a potential replacement for the 34-year-old.

The Nigeria international is known for his athleticism and pace.

The 24-year-old is a popular figure in Scotland, having spent time on loan with Kilmarnock and St Mirren in the past.

Alebiosu has impressed in his first season with Blackburn Rovers, contributing one goal and five assists in 40 appearances in the Sky Bet Championship.

He was also part of Nigeria’s squad for the 2025 Africa Cup of Nations.

Transfer: Rangers interested in Super Eagles defender

Is there a backstory to Wale Edun’s exit?, By Azu Ishiekwene

Azu Ishiekwene writes about Muhammadu Buhari and his legacy.

We may quibble about the real backstory all day, and the full version may never be known publicly, but one man who comes out looking good from this is the president. He has just sent an unlikely message: if Edun can go, then so can anyone. The short answer is yes – but there’s a […]

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