With the 2026 World Cup approaching, England has announced its squad. Chelsea legend Terry compared the starting lineups of the 2006 and 2026 England World Cup teams one-on-one. In the end, the 2006 England team "defeated" the 2026 England team with an absolute advantage of 8-3.

David James or Pickford?

This is a tough choice to start with, I have to go with Pickford.

Gary Neville or Reece James?

I have to pick Reece James. I think Reece is the best right-back in the world, so it has to be him.

Rio Ferdinand or Guehi?

I played alongside Rio for many years, he was one of the best defenders in the Premier League, so it has to be Rio.

John Terry or Stones?

Right now, I can only choose myself, sorry Stones. Yes, I have to choose myself.

Ashley Cole or O'Reilly?

Ashley Cole. Ash is undoubtedly the best left-back in the world, far ahead in terms of ability.

David Beckham or Saka?

This is actually a tough choice, but I still have to go with Beckham. Beckham was incredible, and his abilities have actually been severely underestimated.

Lampard or Rice?

It has to be Lampard. Declan, sorry, but I think Declan would agree with me. Lampard is that kind of complete and versatile midfielder.

Bellingham or Gerrard?

Gerrard. Although we just mentioned that Declan and Bellingham are both top midfielders, for me, Lampard and Stevie (Gerrard) must be in anyone's England squad.

Joe Cole or Gordon?

It has to be Cole, he's also an excellent player with outstanding individual ability.

Rooney or Morgan Rogers?

One hundred percent Rooney. I think he's the most underrated player in world football, he was a nightmare for opponents whether I was playing for England or Chelsea.

Michael Owen or Kane?

Listen, it has to be Kane, Harry can be ranked alongside Wayne (Rooney) as the best striker of our generation.