Tuchel team talk transformed nervy England in World Cup win

England defeated Croatia 4-2 in their opening Group L match of the 2026 World Cup. Captain Harry Kane credited coach Thomas Tuchel for his halftime speech that freed the team after a nervy first half. Kane scored twice, Jude Bellingham added a goal, and Marcus Rashford sealed the win. Tuchel admitted England were nervy in the first half.