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Tuchel expresses confidence in England ahead of Panama match

The Guardian Sport • 1 min read • Latest: Jun 26, 2026, 11:40 PM

Last updated Jun 26, 2026

Tuchel expresses confidence in England ahead of Panama match

Summary

Thomas Tuchel reaffirmed his belief in England's capabilities despite a goalless draw with Ghana. Ahead of their match against Panama in New Jersey this evening, the head coach insisted he is not intimidated by any competition at the World Cup. England must secure a win or match Ghana's result to finish top of Group L. Reece James will miss two games due to injury, and Declan Rice is also an injury concern as the group stage nears completion.

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•England draws 0-0 with Ghana in previous World Cup match
•Reece James ruled out for two matches due to injury
•Declan Rice faces uncertainty with injury concerns
•Match against Panama is scheduled for this evening in New Jersey
•England must match or exceed Ghana's result to top Group L

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11:40 PMThe Guardian Sport — ‘I’m not scared’: Tuchel backs England to compete with anyone at World Cup

What they're saying

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England must match or beat Ghana’s result to finish top Reece James out for two games, Rice also injury concern Thomas Tuchel says nothing has scared him at the World Cup and is adamant that England are capable of competing with any team. Tuchel, whose side hope to clinch top spot in Group L when they face Panama in New Jersey on Saturday evening, is not panicking after England’s goalless draw with Ghana. The head coach remains confident in his players and, with the bulk of the group stage completed, has not seen anything to make him think any opponents are unstoppable. Continue reading...
— The Guardian Sportby Jacob Steinberg in New York

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