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Thomas Tuchel: England manager Thomas Tuchel has emphasised the importance of playing with a winning mentality rather than a fear of failure as he prepares for his debut match in charge of the Three Lions.

England will kick off their 2026 World Cup qualifying campaign against Albania at Wembley on Friday, followed by a clash with Latvia on Monday.

Tuchel, who replaced Gareth Southgate in October, was critical of England’s approach at Euro 2024, where he felt the team played under pressure rather than with confidence.