Tuchel Praises England's Performance in 3-0 Victory over Costa Rica

Thomas Tuchel expressed his satisfaction with England's performance following their 3-0 triumph against Costa Rica in a friendly match. The victory served as a crucial preparation step for the upcoming World Cup, showcasing goals from Declan Rice, Anthony Gordon, and Ollie Watkins.

Tuchel noted the heightened intensity displayed by his squad, stating, “We did very well. We deserved to win, should have scored more goals, created a lot.” He emphasized that the players’ attitude and energy were at impressive levels throughout the match.

The England manager highlighted the overall team effort, saying, “It was a very good team performance. We wanted to have this push to the next level and we clearly got it.” He added that the match brought him a sense of calmness as it affirmed the team's progress and unity.

Tuchel further praised the contributions of both starting players and substitutes, remarking that the influence of those who came off the bench was significant. “The guys from the bench were pushing, it’s exactly what we wanted,” he concluded, reflecting on the positive momentum heading into the tournament.