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2026 FIFA World Cup

Worries exposed for England as Kane looks lost and Tuchel's magic touch disappears

England's stats vs. Ghana were dominant -- more possession, more shots, more passes -- but the goals never came, raising concerns for this World Cup.

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VAR review: England lucky not to concede a penalty

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Bellingham: England's draw with Ghana 'not the end of the world'

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Tuchel hopes England fans 'don't lose belief' in World Cup chances

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Can England defeat the 'bigger' teams after draw vs. Ghana?

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Why did England struggle vs. Ghana?

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