England Face Portugal Clash on Road to Messi Showdown

England are shaping up nicely in Group L, according to Sky Sports, after their opening victory over Croatia put Thomas Tuchel's side on course to top the group. Should that hold, the Three Lions could face Cristiano Ronaldo's Portugal in the last 32, with Portugal currently sitting third in Group K after their opening draw.

Beyond that, Sky Sports maps out a potential last-16 tie against co-hosts Mexico in Mexico City, with France or Brazil lurking as possible quarter-final opponents. The biggest prize, though, could come in the semi-finals, where holders Argentina and Lionel Messi may be waiting.

It is a knockout path that blends genuine danger with enormous occasion. England's fans will be daring to dream, even if Tuchel will no doubt urge his side to focus on one game at a time.