Overview
- Thomas Tuchel says England’s squad will be chosen for social skills, communication and acceptance of supporting roles as well as footballing ability.
- He argues that past World Cups turned on the right group feeling and clear roles, which kept teams together and effective over long stretches.
- England have scheduled a warm-up camp in Florida that will include two matches as part of their preparation.
- Two March friendlies at Wembley against Uruguay and Japan are planned before Tuchel names his final World Cup squad.
- England begin Group L against Croatia in Dallas on June 17, with Ghana and Panama also in the group, and Tuchel notes the expanded format could mean six to eight weeks together.