How England used five mini games to beat Mexico
The tactical breakdown of how Thomas Tuchel's 10-man England pulled off a remarkable World Cup win in a hostile Mexico City.
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"We prepared the players that up until the first water break it would be a difficult game."
— Anthony Barry , Executive
"We are fully committed to our press."
— Thomas Tuchel , Athlete
Key People
Anthony Barry is an assistant manager in football, known for working alongside Thomas Tuchel.
Bukayo Saka is a professional footballer who represents the England national team.
Declan Rice is a professional footballer who plays for the England national team.
Elliot Anderson is a midfielder for Nottingham Forest and an England international.
Harry Kane is a professional footballer and captain of the England national team.
Jude Bellingham is a professional footballer playing for Real Madrid and the England national team.
Thomas Tuchel is the head coach of the England national football team.
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The tactical breakdown of how Thomas Tuchel's 10-man England pulled off a remarkable World Cup win in a hostile Mexico City.
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