England kicked off the Thomas Tuchel era with a 2-0 victory against Albania in a World Cup qualifier, with Myles Lewis-Skelly and Harry Kane scoring the goals. The match was analyzed from various angles, highlighting what remained unchanged, what changed, and individual performances.
Tuchel, known for his tactical flexibility, opted for a 4-2-3-1 formation, but England struggled to display the intensity and pressing they are known for due to Albania's defensive approach, particularly in the first half. The hosts had the majority of the ball and shots (74% possession, 12 shots to Albania's 3) but faced few challenges from the visitors, who only managed to record six efforts on target.
Myles Lewis-Skelly, a 18-year-old Arsenal defender, made his senior international debut and scored the opening goal, becoming the third-youngest England goalscorer in history. He demonstrated his versatility by playing in various positions, including in central midfield.
Harry Kane, England's captain and all-time leading scorer, netted his 70th international goal in the second half, adding to his impressive record under Tuchel (44 goals in 45 games during their time together at Bayern Munich).
Some players, such as Phil Foden and Marcus Rashford, struggled to make an impact on the game, while others like Dan Burn and Marco Guehi performed well.
In conclusion, while England's performance against Albania was far from spectacular, the team managed to secure a comfortable win and provide a platform for Tuchel to build upon.
Source: BBC Sports Football
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