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The Independent UK
The Independent UK
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Jonathan Veal

Ollie Watkins names Ghana star as a threat ahead of World Cup clash

  • England secured an impressive 4-2 victory against Croatia in their Group L opener, recovering from being pegged back twice in the first half, with Jude Bellingham and Marcus Rashford sealing the win.
  • This victory has significantly boosted England's chances, putting them in a strong position to qualify for the knockout rounds of the World Cup.
  • A win in their upcoming match against Ghana would guarantee England's progression to the last 32, potentially securing top spot if Panama fails to beat Croatia.
  • Aston Villa striker Ollie Watkins emphasised the team's ambition to win every game and top their group, urging them to continue building on their strong performance against Croatia.
  • Watkins also highlighted manager Thomas Tuchel's approach, which focuses on England's own tactical strengths and how to dominate opponents, rather than solely on the opposition's threats – such as Ghana's Antoine Semenyo.

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