England, Tuchel Prepare Long Throws, Long Balls For World Cup

England manager Thomas Tuchel is reviving traditional football tactics such as long throw-ins, long balls, and crosses as part of the team's strategy for the 2026 World Cup. Despite a 2-0 win over Andorra, Tuchel acknowledged limited training time during international breaks to fully implement these set-piece routines but plans to develop them further during the pre-World Cup camp. Tuchel emphasized the importance of these older methods alongside modern tactics, noting that long throws and direct goal kicks have become more prominent in English football recently. With England currently leading Group K in World Cup qualifying, Tuchel remains cautious about assuming qualification is guaranteed and is preparing the team to adapt to challenging matches, including an upcoming away game against Serbia. The manager also highlighted the need to overcome adversity and adapt to different game situations, reflecting on the hostile environment they may face. Overall, Tuchel's approach blends traditional and contemporary strategies to sharpen England's attacking options ahead of the tournament.