Tuchel says World Cup will ‘bring out the best’ in England against old foes Croatia

England manager Thomas Tuchel expressed confidence that the occasion and tension of their World Cup opener against Croatia on Wednesday will bring out the best in his side. England, who cruised through qualifying, have a mixed record against top opposition under Tuchel, drawing with Uruguay and losing to both Japan and Senegal in three matches against top-20 sides. The match is part of England's Group L campaign, and Tuchel urged his players to perform bravely and to their strengths.