World Cup: Thomas Tuchel & Jordan Pickford Ahead Of DR Congo Match

England boss Thomas Tuchel and goalkeeper Jordan Pickford have been speaking to John Murray ahead of their Round of 32 tie against DR Congo. They talk about their expectations from a side that have impressed so far at the World Cup. And with penalty shootouts being ever present in this round so far, they discuss how they've prepared for that and whether they'll follow the blueprint set by Gareth Southgate.

John is also joined by former England goalkeeper Paul Robinson and they talk about how England will benefit from playing in an air conditioned stadium, but how this will not continue if they beat DR Congo.

You can listen to full match commentary of England v DR Congo on 5 Live with John Murray and Paul Robinson from 5pm.

2’00 - Paul Robinson on the benefits of playing in an air conditioned stadium 2’48 - Will Jarell Quansah and Reece James be involved? 3’45 - How DR Congo will play against England 7’14 - Thomas Tuchel interview 7’52 - What Tuchel expects from DR Congo 9’24 - Are England ready for penalties? 10’32 - Paul Robinson on how Tuchel has made England the star 12’10 - Jordan Pickford interview 12’21 - Is it time for everyone to take the load off Bellingham & Kane? 13’06 - How have the defensive changes affected Pickford? 13’36 - How does he prepare for penalties? 15’23 - Will England turn it on against DR Congo? 18’48 - Paul Robinson on preparing for penalties