England's latest World Cup qualifier ended in a 2-0 win over Andorra, but the victory was marred by an uninspiring display from Thomas Tuchel's side. The win, which was England's fourth consecutive clean sheet in World Cup qualifiers, did little to alleviate concerns about the team's lack of creativity and momentum.
The match at Villa Park was characterized by a dull and uneventful performance from England, with the team's play being described as "turgid" and lacking in ideas. Despite dominating possession, England struggled to create clear-cut chances, with Andorra's defensive setup proving to be a difficult nut to crack.
The game's only goals came from an own goal by Andorra defender Christian Garcia and a Declan Rice header, with England's attack failing to impress. The team's star players, including Harry Kane and Marcus Rashford, had subpar performances, with Rashford fading after a promising start.
Tuchel's side has now won four consecutive World Cup qualifiers, but the manner of these victories has raised concerns about the team's progress. The team's lack of creativity and inability to score goals in large numbers has been a worrying trend, with many feeling that England has regressed under Tuchel.
The upcoming match against Serbia is expected to be a stern test for Tuchel's side, and it remains to be seen whether England can improve their performance and show a more convincing display. Tuchel has acknowledged that his team needs to improve, citing a lack of urgency and aggression in their play.
Despite the concerns, Tuchel remains optimistic about his team's progress, pointing to the fact that England have yet to concede a goal in World Cup qualifiers. However, with Andorra's defensive setup being one of the most negative in the game, this statistic may not be as impressive as it seems.
The win over Andorra may have done little to alleviate concerns about England's progress, but it did give a debut to Nottingham Forest's Elliot Anderson, who impressed Tuchel with his performance. As England look to improve ahead of their next match against Serbia, Tuchel will be hoping that his team can show a more convincing display and start to realize their potential.
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