England's 0-0 Result Against Ghana Delivers an Early World Cup Reality Check

24 Jun 2026

England's goalless draw with Ghana exposed problems that were less visible in their impressive opening win over Croatia. Thomas Tuchel's team controlled much of the game but struggled to create clear chances against a disciplined and compact defence. The result is not a crisis, but it is a useful warning before the knockout rounds. England must find more variety in possession and reduce their dependence on pace if they are to break down opponents who defend deep.