Tuchel wants England to use World Cup pain as fuel after Croatia thrashing

Thomas Tuchel believes England can channel their emotional turmoil from the World Cup into a driving force for future success. The Blues delivered an impressive 7-0 triumph against Croatia in a Nations League match, showcasing their best performance under Tuchel's guidance. The victory saw Harry Kane and Bukayo Saka each net two goals, alongside additional strikes from Jude Bellingham, Anthony Gordon, and Morgan Rogers.

This marks England's first time scoring five or more goals in an away game against Croatia. The team's 3rd place finish at the 2026 World Cup, following a tense semi-final loss to Argentina, has left them feeling the pain of disappointment. Tuchel insists that this pain must be harnessed to propel the squad forward. "You have to play with the pain if you still feel the disappointment, you have to play with it, that is the nature of sport," he stated.

Tuchel reflects on the team's struggle during the World Cup, acknowledging the difficult camp and mixed results leading up to the decisive matches. However, he emphasized their ability to perform consistently and bring their training onto the pitch. Tuchel reiterated that while scars and disappointments will always be present, they serve as a catalyst for growth.

"We adjusted some stuff after some things after the World Cup and we played in the same manner in all three matches. We are getting better at it and the team buys into it, this is the most important."