England Boss Tuchel Unveils Unorthodox World Cup Tactics

As England prepare for their upcoming World Cup qualifier against Serbia, manager Thomas Tuchel has revealed some unorthodox tactics he plans to utilize at next summer's tournament. Tuchel stressed that the "long throw-in is back" and that England will also focus on long kicks from the goalkeeper, rather than just playing short passes.

The Euro 2024 runners-up have won their first four matches on the road to North America, but Tuchel is not taking qualification for granted. He knows the Serbia clash will be a tough test, with a hostile Belgrade crowd and a physical, defensive-minded opponent. Tuchel has warned his players to be "ready for everything" and prepared to "overcome adversity" in the match.

Beyond the Serbia game, Tuchel is also concerned about the potential for racist abuse from Serbian fans. England player Eberechi Eze says the team is "very aware" of the challenges they may face and will have internal discussions on how to deal with any untoward incidents. The Football Association of Serbia has been fined heavily in recent years for fan misconduct, and FIFA has warned of "draconian sanctions" if there are further issues.