QtrendsEngland beat New Zealand in World Cup warm-up
England secured a narrow win over New Zealand in their first World Cup warm-up match, with Harry Kane scoring the decisive goal. However, the performance drew mixed reviews from pundits, who noted the team's struggles to find rhythm and cohesion. Lingering tactical questions remain as the tournament approaches.
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England’s World Cup warm-up offers few answers to lingering questions
(The Independent)
Kane goal gives England victory in labourious World Cup warm-up
(The Independent)
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