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Jacob Steinberg in Atlanta

‘Don’t start to doubt’: Tuchel warns England to be patient against defensive DR Congo

Thomas Tuchel keeps a close eye on training
Thomas Tuchel keeps a close eye on training in Kansas City before Wednesday’s World Cup game in Atlanta. Photograph: Eddie Keogh/The FA/Getty Images

Thomas Tuchel has warned that England will reach the glamorous part of the World Cup only if they remember not to panic when they face the Democratic Republic of the Congo (DRC) in the last 32.

Although the German knows his side are heavy favourites to go through in Atlanta on Wednesday afternoon, he is wary of the threat posed by the DRC. England will be under pressure to break down a low block for the third time in four games and Tuchel is keen not to let anyone think a successful group stage is cause for celebration.

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