Tuchel relishes Rashford v Gordon in search for round pegs in round holes

England football manager Thomas Tuchel is navigating squad selection challenges ahead of the World Cup, specifically focusing on the competition between Marcus Rashford and Anthony Gordon. The situation is complicated by the players' club transfer statuses, with both currently linked to Barcelona.
Why it matters
High-profile international squad management and transfer market dynamics significantly impact team performance and player morale in professional football.
Marcus Rashford tries his luck against New Zealand from distance. Photograph: Chris O’Meara/AP View image in fullscreen Marcus Rashford tries his luck against New Zealand from distance. Photograph: Chris O’Meara/AP England Tuchel relishes Rashford v Gordon in search for round pegs in round holes The England coach’s squad is based on picking players in their right positions, setting up a series of one-on-one battles
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