Thomas Tuchel outlines concern over England attackers as World Cup looms | The IndependentNotifications can be managed in browser preferences.Jump to contentIndependentSwipe for next articleIndependent Bulletin homepageDownload our appAllNewsSportCultureLifestyleLawrence OstlereTuesday 31 March 2026 11:03 BSTTuchel wants to see more from England’s attacking players (Bradley Collyer/PA) (PA Wire)England manager Thomas Tuchel has voiced concerns regarding the club form of many of his key players, including Bukayo Saka and Cole Palmer, citing a lack of significant goal and assist contributions.Tuchel noted that Harry Kane is the only player consistently delivering the desired offensive statistics, having scored 31 Bundesliga goals for Bayern Munich this season.These comments follow a frustrating draw against Uruguay on Friday, where England struggled to create clear chances, prompting wider worries about the team's attacking effectiveness.The manager pondered whether the Premier League's increasingly defensive style of play might be a factor in the lower output from his squad members.Tuesday’s friendly against Japan will be the final match before the World Cup squad is announced, with Jude Bellingham anticipated to be rested due to injury.In fullThomas Tuchel names England’s underperforming stars after club strugglesThank you for registeringPlease refresh the page or navigate to another page on the site to be automatically logged inPlease refresh your browser to be logged in