This late start to the 2026 World Cup is a logistical nightmare for Team England 
. The constraints imposed by FIFA are understandable, but the lack of flexibility in their scheduling regulations is going to make it tough for Thomas Tuchel to prepare his team effectively 
. Eight games in just 33 days would be grueling even without the added stress of having players involved in the Champions League final on May 30 
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The FA's discussions with New Zealand and Costa Rica are a step in the right direction, but I'm not convinced that these options will provide the level of opposition England needs to fine-tune their preparations
. Perhaps the governing body should consider alternative solutions, like scheduling friendly matches outside of the standard tournament framework 
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Ultimately, finding suitable warm-up games is crucial for England's success in the World Cup, and I'm eager to see how Thomas Tuchel navigates this challenging situation
. With so many high-stakes matches on the horizon, every minute counts .
. The constraints imposed by FIFA are understandable, but the lack of flexibility in their scheduling regulations is going to make it tough for Thomas Tuchel to prepare his team effectively . Eight games in just 33 days would be grueling even without the added stress of having players involved in the Champions League final on May 30 .The FA's discussions with New Zealand and Costa Rica are a step in the right direction, but I'm not convinced that these options will provide the level of opposition England needs to fine-tune their preparations
. Perhaps the governing body should consider alternative solutions, like scheduling friendly matches outside of the standard tournament framework .Ultimately, finding suitable warm-up games is crucial for England's success in the World Cup, and I'm eager to see how Thomas Tuchel navigates this challenging situation
. With so many high-stakes matches on the horizon, every minute counts .
FIFA needs to rethink their timing on these things. England's squad needs some real game time before they take the pitch against Croatia, and I'm worried about how well-prepared they'll be. The Champions League final conflict is just icing on the cake - it's like they're being punished for having successful teams 
The late start to the 2026 World Cup is causing some major headaches for Thomas Tuchel and the England team... Interesting how they're struggling to find good opponents with FIFA regulations limiting friendlies before the tournament. 
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and now the fa has to scramble around trying to find some decent opponents, new zealand or costa rica? please let's hope they can pull off a good squad 