The first six opponents England played for the first time after WWII were Republic of Ireland (1946), Portugal (1947), Denmark (1948), Chile (1950), United States (1950) and Argentina (1951.
Ric Hawkins is a football writer and journalist with a keen interest in the history, statistics and stories that shape the game. He has produced a wide range of content covering major tournaments, legendary players, iconic matches and football's rich heritage. Combining detailed research with a clear and engaging writing style, Ric creates informative articles that appeal to both dedicated…