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The Independent UK
The Independent UK
Sport
Richard Jolly

England could make changes for Panama World Cup clash – but it comes with risks

  • England 's 0-0 draw with Ghana has made their final World Cup group game against Panama more crucial than anticipated.
  • Manager Thomas Tuchel is considering 'moderate' rotation for the Panama match, despite the risk of not topping the group if a weakened team fails to win.
  • Tuchel stated he is not afraid to make changes, even though he was unsure if he would have done a full rotation had England already secured top spot.
  • Bukayo Saka is hoped to be fit enough to start for the first time in the tournament, with Tuchel noting his recovery from an Achilles issue is progressing well.
  • Winning the group would see England play in Atlanta, whereas finishing second would mean travelling to Toronto to face Portugal or Colombia.

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