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'We dare to dream': Tuchel says England are ready for World Cup
Thomas Tuchel said England can still dream of the title, but he pointed to a 60-year wait since their last World Cup win.
- On Tuesday, England manager Thomas Tuchel told reporters in Florida that his team are not favorites for the FIFA World Cup, citing the nation's six-decade title drought since 1966.
- Most bookmakers consider England title contenders, but Tuchel noted the six-decade drought weighs against them; he likened their quest to a player without a title competing at Wimbledon.
- The German, drawing on his Champions League experience, emphasized approaching the tournament with discipline; Tuchel insisted the squad is in good shape and can "dare to dream" of lifting the trophy.
- England kick off their campaign on June 17 in Dallas against Croatia, a repeat of the 2018 World Cup semi-final, while preparing for their final warm-up in Florida against Costa Rica.
- Once the group stage concludes, Tuchel believes the team can advance far; he advised players to avoid overthinking, stating, "It's important not to try to digest this whole tournament in one piece.
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Leaning Left4Leaning Right6Center4Last UpdatedBias Distribution43% Right
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R 43%
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