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World Cup 2026: England and Tuchel face crucial steps
England's head coach Thomas Tuchel used recent friendly matches to experiment with the squad ahead of the World Cup, giving playing time to various players and testing partnerships. Despite a narrow 1-0 victory over New Zealand, Tuchel aimed to prepare the team for their opening match against Croatia, scheduled for June 17. He emphasized the need for players to gain match rhythm and highlighted key selections, including the role of Harry Kane, who scored the winning goal, as central to England's success. Tuchel plans to finalize his starting lineup in upcoming matches to build cohesion before the tournament begins.
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