England’s Level Could Still Be Higher
Captain Harry Kane admitted that England ‘have another level we can reach’ as they prepare for the World Cup semi-final against Argentina. Despite Tuchel’s unhappiness, Kane believes the team will rise to meet his expectations.
Kane, 32, has been a crucial figure in the tournament so far, scoring six goals and sharing joint-top spot with Jude Bellingham. After England's extra-time win over Norway on Saturday, Tuchel expressed dissatisfaction, citing issues like ‘lucky’ outcomes, technical mistakes, and insufficient speed.
Nevertheless, Kane pointed out that they haven’t fully reached their potential yet and stressed the urgency of upcoming matches: 'We've shown it in glimpses. Against Norway it was in glimpses. But we haven't had full control that we would like and I feel we can have.'
Bellingham’s Perspective
While Kane agreed with Tuchel, young star Jude Bellingham had different views: 'All the players have put in a tough shift out there. Maybe he doesn’t know what it's like to play in those conditions against strong opposition. But I can't speak highly enough of the lads,' Bellingham said reflecting on their performance.
Frequently Asked Questions
Will England Face Argentina in the Semi-Finals?
Yes, according to reporting by BBC Sport - World Cup; it is a semi-final match between England and Argentina set for Wednesday, 15 December (20:00 BST).
How Many More Matches Does England Have Left in This World Cup?
In total, there are eight days left with two crucial matches ahead of them. After the semi-final, they will face the final or third place match in the tournament.