Kobbie Mainoo must finally get his chance to be England’s World Cup wildcard against Mexico

Mainoo is the only outfield player not to play a minute of World Cup football (Picture: The FA via Getty Images)

In his exclusive column for Metro, former England World Cup star David James reflects on the fightback against DR Congo and some of the big selection decisions that wait for the showdown with Mexico at the Azteca.

It certainly wasn’t easy for England against DR Congo. But honestly, I wasn’t panicking. There are so many levels to a game of football, especially when it is in the knockout stages of the World Cup involving England. I was never concerned.

DR Congo were exceptionally good i...