Tuchel’s halftime switch unlocks England’s late World Cup escape
England teetered on elimination before Thomas Tuchel’s tactical overhaul reignited Harry Kane and the attack to beat DR Congo and book a Round of 16 date.
England avoided an early World Cup exit with a second-half comeback against DR Congo, salvaging a 2–1 victory in the group stage. Thomas Tuchel’s halftime adjustments broke open a deadlock, shifting to a back-three and flooding the midfield to free Harry Kane and the wingers. The changes turned a 1–0 deficit into a 2–1 win, securing England’s Round of 16 spot.
