Ex-Sheffield United and Hull City man Harry Maguire makes the cut after a number of fine displays alongside John Stones in the heart of the Three Lions’ defence.
Maguire’s selection in Gareth Southgate’s 26-man travelling squad for the tournament in Qatar came in for criticism following the defender’s form for Manchester United this term, with the 29-year-old making just nine appearances for the Red Devils this season.
However, the Yorkshire-born defender swiftly justified his inclusion after starting in all three of England’s group games as they picked up seven points to top Group B. He also played a key role as England advanced to the quarter-finals with a 3-0 win over Senegal in the last 16 on Sunday.
The Three Lions are one of only two nations to have more than one player in the WhoScored team of the tournament so far, with two players from France making the cut. Poland, Morocco, Croatia, Portugal, Argentina and the Netherlands are also represented.
In a 4-4-2 formation, here’s who makes the cut for the best XI so far this winter as we approach the the quarter finals in Qatar...
5. Theo Hernandez - 7.5
The French defender has two assists for the reigning champions this tournament. Has averaged three key passes and two tackles per game. Photo: KIRILL KUDRYAVTSEV
6. Bukayo Saka - 7.8
The Arsenal man has three goals in his first three World Cup appearances. Photo: Catherine Ivill
7. Bruno Fernandes - 8.4
The Manchester United star has two goals and three assists in just three games for Portugal, as they breezed into the quarter finals on Tuesday night. Photo: Justin Setterfield
8. Jude Bellingham - 7.7
Aged just 19, the midfielder's standing on the world stage is already a lofty one. He has one goal and one assist in Qatar, has averaged just under three tackles a game and has a pass success rate of 93 per cent. Photo: Dan Mullan