England's World Cup campaign has come under scrutiny after a disappointing performance, with questions raised about the preparation of the team under head coach Brian McDermott.
McDermott was appointed as England head coach in April but did not have any matches to prepare the squad before the tournament, according to analysis by BBC Sport journalist Steve Sutcliffe.
The article, published on October 30, 2026, examines the factors that may have contributed to England's struggles, suggesting the lack of preparatory fixtures left the team undercooked for the demands of the World Cup.
