England have the best player in the world right now – this World Cup will be our time

England begin their campaign against Croatia tonight (Picture; Getty)

In his exclusive column for Metro, former England World Cup star David James looks ahead to the Three Lions’ opening Group L clash against Croatia and why this team is finally ready to end 60 years of hurt.

I’m an England fan first and foremost so I always go into tournaments thinking we are going to win. And I do think we can do it because I look at what the manager has brought to this group of players. The way that he talks, the manner in which he has picked the squad, I just think there is a new style and new belief.

I like the way he has balanced the squad and he has articulated very well how and why he has picked the players. More importantly, the players understand their rol...