Key facts
- England defeated New Zealand 1-0 in a World Cup warm-up match.
- Manager Thomas Tuchel criticized the team's first-half performance.
- Tuchel also commented on the condition of the pitch.
England secured a narrow 1-0 victory over New Zealand in a World Cup warm-up match, but manager Thomas Tuchel was critical of his team's first-half showing. Tuchel also commented on the condition of the pitch, suggesting it contributed to the disjointed play. Harry Kane scored the only goal of the game. The team's preparations continue with a match against Costa Rica.