England vs Serbia build-up from the England press conference in Belgrade ahead of the World Cup 2026 qualifiers.
This England press conference with Harry Kane looks at England vs Serbia the away atmosphere, on-pitch plan, and what must improve for the World Cup 2026 qualifiers.
• Away Match: expect intensity in Belgrade; England aim to start on the front foot and match energy for 90’.
• Game state: Kane says this is a key group fixture win it and England take a big step toward qualification.
• Tactics: contrast vs low-block games; Serbia likely to press higher; England National Team want more crosses into the box and smarter tempo control.
• Individual battles: physical duel at centre-back; Harry Kane ready to mix movements.
• Serbia National Team: respect for Mitrović and Vlahović in the box; England stress defending their area and keeping play in Serbia’s half.
• Identity under Thomas Tuchel: fearless, aggressive pressing without the ball; keep the ball with purpose.
• Media noise: Harry Kane unfazed; qualifying is about details and consistency.
