Jordan Pickford is set to break the record for most appearances by an English player in the FIFA World Cup after being named in the starting line-up for the quarterfinal against Norway on Saturday.
The Everton goalkeeper will make his 18th appearance at the quadrennial event since making his debut in 2018 under Gareth Southgate.
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The previous record was held by fellow custodian Peter Shilton who stood between the sticks at the 1982, 1986 and the 1990 editions.
Skipper Harry Kane is joint-second in the list with 17 appearances ahead of John Stones who has 16.
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Published on Jul 12, 2026