England's left flank has come under fire from manager Thomas Tuchel. Tuchel expressed his disappointment with the performance of Anthony Gordon and Marcus Rashford.

What happened?

England's recent form has been inconsistent, with a record of 2W-0D-2L in their last four matches. Their last result was a 4-2 win against Croatia on 2026-06-17.

Why it matters for England

Tuchel's criticism of the left flank is significant, as England prepares to face Panama in their next match. The team's ability to break down opponents with a low defensive block will be crucial.

What comes next?

England's next fixture is against Spain on 2026-09-26. Before that, they must navigate their match against Panama, who are ranked 42 in the FIFA world rankings. | Date | Opponent | Result | | --- | --- | --- | | 2026-06-17 | Croatia | 4-2 win | | 2026-09-26 | Spain | -

Tuchel's comments on the left flank have sparked debate about the team's strategy and player selection. As England looks to improve their performance, the manager's decisions will be under scrutiny. And with the team's place as Group winners still uncertain, the pressure is on to deliver a strong result against Panama. But Tuchel remains confident in his players, saying 'I still trust all of them, I still trust them to get better.' So the question remains, can England's left flank improve and help the team succeed in the tournament?