Elliot Anderson emerges as indispensable to England at the World Cup

Elliot Anderson has quickly established himself as a key figure in England's midfield, with his tireless pressing — typified by a late chase across the pitch in the win over Croatia — drawing widespread praise. His importance grows further with Declan Rice carrying a knock, leaving Anderson as the reliable constant in a squad with several unsettled positions. Rice's knock and the lack of settled positions across the squad means England's tournament could hinge heavily on Anderson's continued availability and form.