Easy friendlies or tough opposition? England's World Cup dilemma

England's relegation to League B of the 2024 Uefa Nations League has left them at a disadvantage, facing lower-ranked teams like Greece, Republic of Ireland, and Finland. Despite winning five out of six games, a surprise loss to Greece raised concerns about England's form heading into the World Cup. Plans for friendlies in the U.S. were scrapped due to an expanded World Cup group, and England's matches against high-ranked teams have resulted in mixed outcomes, indicating potential challenges ahead.