Three Lions boss Gareth Southgate has some big decisions to make ahead of Monday's opening group-stage game with Iran.
The wait is almost over. England will finally get their 2022 World Cup under way on Monday afternoon when they take on Iran at the Khalifa International Stadium.
The Three Lions reached the semi-finals in Russia four years ago and then went even closer at Euro 2022, losing to Italy on penalties in the final at Wembley.
So, this time around, they are looking to go one step further in Qatar and finally get their hands on a first major international trophy since 1966.
But who should Gareth Southgate pick to start the tournament against Iran?
We asked GOAL correspondent Charles Watts for his chosen 11 and he went for a 4-3-3 formation with the following players…
GettyGK: Jordan Pickford
His club form may have been questioned from time to time, but Pickford is a mainstay in the England team and deserves his place at No.1.
And, despite a few errors, he was impressive for the Toffees last season, playing a major role in keeping them up as they picked up crucial points towards the end of the campaign.
He has big tournament experience and is a fine shot-stopper. He is also good with the ball at his feet, which is a key attribute given the way England try and play.
Aaron Ramsdale and Nick Pope are both having good seasons in the Premier League, but Pickford is still just ahead of them in the England pecking order.
AdvertisementGettyRB: Kieran Trippier
What a season Trippier is having with Newcastle!
With Reece James injured, Kyle Walker still not fully fit and with Trent Alexander-Arnold struggling for form, Tripper has to be the starting right-back for England at this tournament.
He has been exceptional since returning to the Premier League in January, both defensively and going forward.
Trippier’s set-piece delivery is as good as anyone and he has the tournament experience that is often needed when the pressure really begins to build.
An easy choice.
CB: Ben White
It doesn’t matter that Ben White has been playing as a right-back for Arsenal this season, he should still be one of the two starting centre-backs for England in Qatar.
White is just an incredibly gifted footballer. The fact he has performed so well playing out of position this season is proof of that.
He is quick, he reads the game exceptionally and you won’t find a defender more comfortable in possession than he is.
If the out-of-form and under-played Harry Maguire starts ahead of him, it will be a laughable decision on Southgate's part.
White should be one of the first names down on the England team sheet, and an integral part of the England defence for the foreseeable future.
GettyCB: John Stones
A Stones and White central defensive partnership is a very exciting prospect for England.
Both are excellent on the ball and have the ability to be progressive when they are looking to play out from the back.
They are both strong defenders and have good recovery pace to get themselves out of tricky situations if needed.
Stones has not featured in every game for City this season, but he has still played enough to be sharp and match fit.
Another player who knows what is needed in major tournaments, he has a clear edge over the likes of Conor Coady.
