Thomas Tuchel admits he needs ‘solutions’ to fresh concern after England’s victory over Panama

England secured a 2-0 victory over Panama as they topped Group L in the World Cup; however, Thomas Tuchel has been given more concerns that he will need to answer.

The performance from the Three Lions was not vintage, but Tuchel will point to the fact they got the job done by securing the top position in the group.

England will play the DR Congo in the round of 32 in the World Cup after the African nation secured a 2-1 victory over Uzbekistan to finish third in their group.

Yet, Tuchel will be concerned about the right back position of his side, as Jarell Quansah was withdrawn from the game as he suffered an injury around the hour mark, with the England manager explaining the extent of the damage.

He explained: "It was a classic ankle twist, and he [Quansah] is in pain.

Jarell Quansah of England is treated for injury during the FIFA World Cup 2026 Group L match between Panama and England (Getty Images)

“He said he had it before, and it was a matter of days. He hopes that it stays like this, but at the moment it’s just too painful, so he has his leg up high and compression and ice.”

England are now suffering an injury crisis at right back as ahead of the fixture, it was confirmed that Reece James would be unavailable due to a hamstring injury, with it expected to rule him out of the round of 32 fixture too.

Tuchel was asked if he was worried about the injury crisis at right back; in response, he said: “Naturally of course, we have another injury in the position.

“We will do everything. It will be a tight race for Reece James; it will now be a very tight race for Jarell Quansah, so I’m worried about these two.

“But in general, then, it is our job to find solutions, and we will find solutions in four days.”

Should the pair remain sidelined for their clash with the DR Congo, an obvious option would be Djed Spence, who replaced Quansah in the Panama clash, with the Tottenham Hotspur defender performing admirably.