Harry Kane reveals what Thomas Tuchel said in the dressing room to England players after admitting to being ‘not happy’ with performance in World Cup quarter-final win over Norway
England captain Harry Kane discusses manager Thomas Tuchel's critical assessment of the team's performance following their World Cup quarter-final win over Norway. Despite the victory, Tuchel emphasized that the squad must improve their level of play to succeed in upcoming matches.
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Harry Kane has lifted the lid on Thomas Tuchel’s honest assessment of England’s performance after the Three Lions scraped past Norway to reach the World Cup semi-finals. Despite booking a place in the final four, the England captain admitted the German tactician was far from satisfied with what he saw on the pitch in Miami.
England may have secured their spot in the semi-finals, but the mood in the dressing room following the 2-1 extra-time victory over Norway was one of perfectionism rather than pure jubilation. Kane revealed that Tuchel was quick to point out that the team's level must improve if they are to lift the trophy.
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