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England faces Ghana as Tuchel weighs defensive options for World Cup

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Last updated Jun 19, 2026

England faces Ghana as Tuchel weighs defensive options for World Cup

Summary

England prepares to face Ghana in Boston on June 21, 2026, following their opening World Cup victory over Croatia. Coach Thomas Tuchel faces scrutiny over defensive choices, particularly the selection of Ezri Konsa over Marc Guehi to partner John Stones. While England displayed an exciting attacking style, defensive vulnerabilities were noted during the previous match. Tuchel's lineup decisions may hinge on whether he maintains confidence in Konsa or opts for Guehi ahead of the upcoming game against Ghana.

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•England faces Ghana on June 21 in Boston.
•Tuchel chose Konsa over Guehi for defense.
•England won their opening match against Croatia.
•Concerns raised about defensive vulnerabilities.
•Stones remains trusted by Tuchel despite limited play.

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5:53 PMYahoo Sports — Is England's defence a 'straight battle' between Guehi and Konsa?

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England's attacking style in their opening World Cup win against Croatia in Dallas created a stir of excitement but still left head coach Thomas Tuchel with questions to ponder. Tuchel's side looked vulnerable in defence, after he selected Aston Villa defender Ezri Konsa ahead of Manchester City's Marc Guehi to partner John Stones. England's World Cup campaign now moves to Boston, where they face Ghana on Tuesday, and where Tuchel must decide whether to stick or twist with his line-up.
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Yahoo SportsJun 19, 2026, 5:53 PM
Is England's defence a 'straight battle' between Guehi and Konsa?
England's attacking style in their opening World Cup win against Croatia in Dallas created a stir of excitement but still left head coach Thomas Tuchel with questions to ponder. Tuchel's side looked vulnerable in defence, after he selected Aston Villa defender Ezri Konsa ahead of Manchester City's Marc Guehi to partner John Stones. England's World Cup campaign now moves to Boston, where they face Ghana on Tuesday, and where Tuchel must decide whether to stick or twist with his line-up.

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