England manager Thomas Tuchel says he wants his team’s next World Cup performance to be entertaining for supporters. Speaking after England’s 4-2 victory over Croatia in their opening match, Tuchel said the second-half display was “rewarding” and that the team had taken the “handbrake off” after a cautious first half.
Multiple outlets report that England were largely passive and played too deep in the first 45 minutes, with limited connection between players. The match levelled at 2-2 at half-time after Harry Kane scored, with England conceding twice in ways Tuchel’s comments link to the team’s openness.
Tuchel framed the outcome as part of a broader message to fans, describing how he imagined supporters in pubs reacting positively to England’s attacking approach. England’s next group game is scheduled for 23 June against Ghana, as reflected across the coverage.
