Football Files - Episode 7 – ENGLAND TEAM

The transcript discusses England's complex relationship with football, highlighting their 1966 World Cup victory and subsequent challenges in international competitions. Despite not advancing past the semi-finals since 1990, England has remained competitive with talented players like Rio Ferdinand and David Beckham. The narrative follows England's journey to qualify for the 2006 World Cup in Germany, detailing key matches and strategic changes, such as replacing goalkeeper David James with Paul Robinson. The transcript concludes with England's strong group standings, suggesting a potential resurgence in the upcoming tournament.

In which year did England last win the FIFA World Cup?

• 1970

• 1966

• 1990

• 2006

Which team eliminated England in the 1990 World Cup semi-finals?

• Italy

• Germany

• Argentina

• Brazil

Which of the following players is NOT mentioned as a notable English footballer?

• Michael Owen

• Rio Ferdinand

• Wayne Rooney

• Cristiano Ronaldo

Who was the goalkeeper replaced by Paul Robinson during the 2006 World Cup qualifiers?

• David James

• Peter Shilton

• David Seaman

• Joe Hart

Against which team did David Beckham score a crucial goal during the 2006 World Cup qualifiers?

• Austria

• Poland

• Naval whales

• Northern Ireland