England enjoyed a rousing 4-2 victory over Croatia in their opening game at the World Cup, but not every member of Thomas Tuchel's side has received praise for their performance in Dallas

Ahead of England's World Cup 2026 opener, one Thomas Tuchel decision in particular has been ripped apart by a disgruntled former member of the squad

The England manager is keeping his cards close to his chest but has plenty of options to take thje game to Croatia in the Three Lions' Group L opener

England will begin their World Cup campaign against Croatia in Dallas on Wednesday

England manager Thomas Tuchel promised his squad would rise to the occasion against Croatia

Thomas Tuchel has said the occasion and tension will bring the best out of England when they open their World Cup campaign against Croatia

Tuchel says his England side do not need any more "emotional fuel" as they prepare for their opener against Croatia.

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Thomas Tuchel's side hit Croatia for four after twice being pegged back

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ENGLAND 4-2 CROATIA: Thomas Tuchel's men surged through the gears in the second half to blow Croatia away to get their World Cup campaign off to a flying start

Even as forwards shine, Dallas performance exposes shaky defence that may cost Thomas Tuchel and England dear come sharp end

MIKE KEEGAN IN DALLAS: Thomas Tuchel delivered a dressing room dressing down to inspire England to victory in their World Cup opener.

The performance wasn’t without its faults, but England showed more endeavor and bravery than most Three Lions fans are used to in the win over Croatia.

Thomas Tuchel took charge of his first England match at a major tournament with the Three Lions coming out as 4-2 winners over Croatia.

OPINION: One England star is under pressure after an unconvincing first half against Croatia but making a change would be a huge call from the manager after such a great start to…

England enjoyed a rousing 4-2 victory over Croatia in their opening game at the World Cup, but not every member of Thomas Tuchel's side has received praise for their performance…

England started their World Cup campaign in style with a statement 4-2 victory over Croatia but concerns over two of Thomas Tuchel's most important players emerged post-match

England got their World Cup campaign off to a flying start by beating Croatia 4-2 in Dallas and Thomas Tuchel was delighted by the impact of his substitutes, whose role he has…