Thomas Tuchel, speaking after England secured their World Cup qualification, suggested that major footballing nations tend to take reaching such tournaments for granted. He emphasized that it's crucial for players to recognize the effort involved and feel appreciated, rather than assuming qualification is a given.
Tuchel praised the team's consistent work rate and dedication, noting that they maintained high performance levels even in matches that had no bearing on their qualification status. He acknowledged that qualification is expected, both by the public and the team itself, but stressed that this expectation can lead to the achievement being perceived as ordinary.
England's victory on Thursday marked their seventh consecutive win in their World Cup qualifying campaign, maintaining a perfect record. They have scored 20 goals and conceded none throughout these matches, demonstrating a strong defensive and offensive performance. Their qualification had already been confirmed prior to this latest match.
