The England national football team did not compete in the first three FIFA World Cup tournaments but has participated in all 19 subsequent editions, starting in 1950. They have failed to qualify for the finals three times: in 1974 (West Germany), 1978 (Argentina), and 1994 (United States). Additionally, they have not advanced past the group stage on three occasions: in 1950, 1958, and 2014. England's best achievement came in 1966 when they won the World Cup as the host nation. They also finished in fourth place in 1990 (Italy) and 2018 (Russia). Beyond these, the team reached the quarter-finals on seven other occasions, with their most recent appearance being in 2022 (Qatar).
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England World Cup Results
Champions 1966
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Year: 2022 England lose to France as Kane misses penalty | World Cup 2022 - BBC On December 10, 2022, England faced France in the quarter-finals. Despite having a chance to level the score with a penalty by Kane, they were defeated 2-1. Their elimination was sealed when Marcus Rashford’s free kick sailed over the goal in the 100th minute.
Year: 1966 England v West Germany: 1966 World Cup Final | British Pathé England triumphs in a historic World Cup final against West Germany in 1966, featuring unforgettable moments, including Geoff Hurst making history as the first player to score a hat-trick in a World Cup final.