England ditch – England released their pre-World Cup squad photo with a drastically more relaxed look, as Thomas Tuchel’s group swaps suits and ties for an M&S 12-piece wardrobe built for life off the pitch.
For England’s pre-World Cup squad photo, the suits and ties have gone.
Instead of the traditional smart formalwear. Thomas Tuchel’s players appear in a more casual. modern set of outfits: t-shirts paired with trousers. topped with a mix of blazers. jackets and overshirts. The decision lands as England prepare to begin their World Cup campaign in North America with a target that won’t be lost in the styling—ending 60 years of hurt at the FIFA World Cup.
The clothing is coming from Marks and Spencer, which has been the official tailor of the England national team since 2007. That long-running role has shifted slightly as M&S becomes the FA’s official formalwear partner. with the team’s new edit reflecting the way fit and fashion have moved more toward everyday ease.
The range is a 12-piece “M&S x England edit”, available online now and in selected stores across the UK. It starts at £35 for a cotton t-shirt, while the blazer is priced at £129. Completing the look are loafers in both black and brown.
M&S positions the collection as more than match-day clothing. The retailer describes it as “a modern. modular wardrobe designed for life off the pitch. ” built around “elevated. tailored style” and designed for “movement. presence and impact.” It also points to practical details aimed at travel—bi-stretch fabrication for comfort. plus breathable finishes and storm wear designed for unpredictable weather.
Mitch Hughes. M&S director of menswear. said the partnership with The FA “continues to evolve” and described the launch as “a new chapter” for modern formalwear for the England Senior Men’s team. He added that the season’s focus has been on a flexible wardrobe that gives players room to express individual style while still presenting a “strong. cohesive look.”.
James Gray, the FA’s commercial director, framed the move as a continuation of the relationship that began in 2007. He said the partnership “reflects a shared commitment to football and to England supporters,” adding that this next phase helps represent the Men’s England Team on the global stage.
England are set to wear the new garments when they arrive for their World Cup opener against Croatia on Wednesday. The images are already out. and with the tournament beginning soon. the question now won’t just be how the squad looks—it’s whether that confidence carries into the first match when North America finally counts.
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