Thomas Tuchel warns England 'senseless' defending will cost them at the World Cup if repeated - as Three Lions' boss hopes first-half frailties against Croatia act as a wake-up call

England manager Thomas Tuchel has warned that the defensive frailties displayed in the first half of their match against Croatia could prove costly at the World Cup if not corrected. Speaking from Boston, Tuchel described the defending as 'senseless' and expressed hope that the performance would serve as a wake-up call for his squad. The German coach was keen to ensure complacency does not set in despite the result against Croatia.