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‘Don’t start to doubt’: Tuchel warns England to be patient against defensive DR Congo
Coach accepts expectation that his side must win last-32 tie
TL;DR
- Thomas Tuchel warns England not to panic against the Democratic Republic of the Congo (DRC) in the World Cup last 32.
- He stresses that early rounds of tournaments are not glamorous but require overcoming a strong, defensive opponent.
- Tuchel compares the upcoming match to previous games against Ghana and Panama, highlighting the need for patience and belief.
- England will be without Reece James and Jarell Quansah due to injuries, with Declan Rice and Djed Spence expected to start.
- Tuchel maintains superstitious routines for knockout matches, though he has not brought his lucky shoes to the US.