Key facts
- Harry Kane scored the winning goal for England against New Zealand.
- England defeated New Zealand 1-0 in a World Cup preparation match.
- Manager Thomas Tuchel criticized the team's first-half performance.
- Tuchel also commented on the poor condition of the pitch.
Harry Kane's 79th international goal secured a 1-0 victory for England against New Zealand in a World Cup preparation match. Manager Thomas Tuchel expressed dissatisfaction with the team's first-half performance, citing a lack of adherence to the game plan, and also commented on the poor condition of the pitch. The match, played in hot conditions, was described as an underwhelming start to England's World Cup preparations. England made use of limited time on a rain-affected day three at Lord's to move towards a victory over New Zealand in the first Test.