Saka backed to take over as England roll into the last 32

Walker: Saka will take over now

Kyle Walker has backed Bukayo Saka to seize control of England's World Cup campaign. Saka got his first proper minutes from the start against Panama on Saturday, playing himself into rhythm after an Achilles issue. "He is an incredible player and in the last few seasons has been nothing short of brilliant despite his injuries," Walker said. "Saka is one of the more senior members of the team and he has to take games by the scruff of the neck like Jude and Harry do" (3).

England 2–0 Panama, Bellingham ran the show

Your team topped Group L with a clean sheet and a Jude Bellingham masterclass. He scored, he assisted, and Thomas Tuchel was not holding back afterwards. "He was very positive from the first day in camp," Tuchel said. "He buys fully into all the things we demand as a team player, and then he brings his own individual quality to decide football games" (4). DR Congo await in the round of 32.

Rice at right back? Cascarino says yes

Tony Cascarino has floated a wild one, Declan Rice as an emergency right back. With Reece James and Jarell Quansah both injured, Cascarino argued Rice can slot in there for the knockout rounds. "I think he could do it. I've always said, Declan Rice can play centre-half, he can play midfield, and you could play him as a full-back" (1). Tuchel has not commented.

Barcelona circling Kane

Barcelona have registered interest in Harry Kane, per Sky News (2). No offer, no talks yet, just noise. But with the captain leading the line at a World Cup, the timing is what it is.