But wait, there’s more! Sometimes England play friendly matches before the World Cup, and those can happen anywhere. I’ve seen them play in a stadium that was half-empty in Switzerland. I’ve seen them play at St. George’s Park, which is their training base—basically a fancy farm for footballers. It’s not exactly a World Cup venue, but it’s where they’re usually hiding before the real show starts.
And don’t forget the qualifiers. Oh, the qualifiers. England have played in places like San Marino (population: a few goats and a postman), where the “stadium” is more of a community centre with flags. Those games feel like you’re watching a football match that accidentally wandered into a school sports day. It’s charming, if you squint.
The Emotional Address
So where do England really play their World Cup games? Everywhere and nowhere. They play in your living room, in the pub where that bloke in the velour shirt complains, and on your phone during a boring commute. The physical stadium changes, but the anxiety, the hope, the bitter coffee stains on your hands—that’s a constant. Honestly, I think they love keeping us guessing.
When is England’s next game at the World Cup and who do they play
Next time someone asks you this, just shrug and say “Wherever they feel like it, mate.” It’s not accurate, but it’s close enough. And if they really press you, just point at a map, close your eyes, and pick a spot. Chances are, England have played there at some point.
