Jonathan Wilson Fri, 20 March 2026 at 5:00 pm UTC·4 min read Amid the intrigue of the final weeks of the domestic season comes a reminder that the World Cup is fast approaching, that England have just four more warm-up games before they face Croatia in their first group game in Arlington in June. Thomas Tuchel’s plans are coming in to focus: these upcoming friendlies against Uruguay and Japan are the last chance for experiments or tests before the final honing in the USA. Related: Harry Maguire and Kobbie Mainoo recalled in 35-man England squad Advertisement Advertisement Advertisement Tuchel has been refreshingly consistent in prioritising balance over individuals. Even Gareth Southgate...
