Harry Kane’s second-half goal secured a 1-0 win for England against minnows Andorra in a World Cup qualifier in Barcelona.
Despite dominating possession, England struggled to create clear-cut chances against a resolute Andorra side.
The match was marked by England’s slow tempo and lack of urgency, with the team failing to impress against a team ranked 173rd in the world.
The fans at the RCDE Stadium booed the team off after a lackluster display.
Kane’s 72nd international goal came after a scramble in the box, where his initial shot was saved, but he tapped in a rebound from Noni Madueke’s cross.
The goal ensured England avoided a humiliating draw against lowly opposition
England manager Thomas Tuchel was unimpressed with his team’s performance, citing a lack of momentum and urgency.
He acknowledged that the team didn’t meet expectations and expressed concern about the team’s attitude in the final 20 minutes.
Tuchel fielded an experimental lineup, with Curtis Jones starting at right-back and Reece James featuring at left-back.
Jordan Henderson, 34, made his first England start since 2023, while Bukayo Saka was left out due to limited training time
The win, while important, highlighted the challenges facing Tuchel as he builds up to the 2026 World Cup.
England will need to improve their performance and find more cohesion and urgency in their play to succeed in the tournament.
