Overview
- England beat Andorra 2-0 at Villa Park through a Christian García own goal and a Declan Rice header to make it four wins from four without conceding.
- Tuchel warned Serbia would be physical and direct and told his players to adapt to the emotional environment and any pitch issues without excuses.
- He praised 22-year-old Elliot Anderson’s debut as a mobile No. 6 and said the Nottingham Forest midfielder is “in the mix” to start in Belgrade.
- The coach was blunt about attacking shortcomings, citing Eberechi Eze, Noni Madueke and Marcus Rashford for wasteful final actions and decision-making.
- England lead Group K with 12 points to Serbia’s seven from a game fewer, with selection complicated by injuries to Phil Foden, Bukayo Saka, Jude Bellingham and John Stones, while FIFA has reduced Rajko Mitic Stadium capacity by 15% following sanctions.