In an interview, Thomas Tuchel elaborated on why England is set to enter the 2026 World Cup as ' derdogs’. He pointed out:

“We will arrive as underdogs in the World Cup because we haven’t won it for decades, and we will play against teams who have repeatedly won it during that time, so we need to arrive as a team otherwise we have no chance.”
(Translation: “We must come together as a unified team to face stronger opponents.”)

Currently, the Three Lions are progressing strongly in the qualifiers, boasting maximum points from five matches, yet Tuchel advises caution for the upcoming competition.

England’s Aim to Break a 60-Year Trophy Drought

Since winning the World Cup in 1966, England has not secured a major international title, with Tuchel highlighting the importance of unity and team spirit in their quest to end this lengthy wait. Tuchel stated:

“Let’s go step by step and it just buys into the other step. We build a team that is ready to go step by step and play as a team.”
(Translation: “Success comes from working together and building trust among players.”)

Looking towards the friendly against Wales and upcoming qualifiers, Tuchel expresses concerns about Harry Kane’s ankle injury affecting squad dynamics. As the world anticipates the results of these matches, it’s clear that teamwork will be pivotal for England’s ambitions on the international stage.