Quiz: Name every England World Cup goalscorer since 2014
Short overview
Test your knowledge: Can you name all 15 England players who have scored at the men's World Cup since 2014? The Three Lions opened their 2026 campaign with a 4-2 win over Croatia, featuring three different scorers.
England kicked off their 2026 World Cup campaign with a 4-2 victory over Croatia on Wednesday, with three different players finding the net. The result continued a trend of multiple scorers for the Three Lions in recent tournaments.
The Challenge
Since the 2014 World Cup in Brazil, 15 different England players have scored for the national team across four men's World Cups. The quiz challenges fans to name every one of those goalscorers, from established stars to one-time contributors.
Scoring Spread
In the 2014 tournament, England managed only two goals, both from Daniel Sturridge and Wayne Rooney. The 2018 World Cup saw a wider distribution, with Harry Kane leading the charge with six goals, supported by John Stones, Dele Alli, Jesse Lingard, Kieran Trippier, and Harry Maguire. The 2022 edition added Bukayo Saka, Marcus Rashford, Jack Grealish, Jude Bellingham, and Phil Foden to the list. The 2026 opener against Croatia introduced new names to the tally.
How to Play
The quiz is available on the BBC Sport website. After completing it, fans can explore more quizzes on dedicated Football Quizzes and Sports Quizzes pages. Users can also sign up for notifications to receive the latest quizzes directly to their device.
Upcoming Match
England's next World Cup fixture is against Ghana on 23 June at 21:00 BST. The match will be broadcast on BBC One, BBC iPlayer, and the BBC Sport website and app, with coverage starting at 20:00 BST. Radio commentary will be available on BBC Radio 5 Live and BBC Sounds. Live text commentary, analysis, and video highlights will also be provided on the BBC Sport website and app.
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