Thomas Tuchel told England’s players the goal is “to put another star on the jersey” as the new boss stressed the importance of camaraderie and capitalising on limited time ahead of next year’s World Cup.

Thomas Tuchel told England players at their first team meeting he is here “to put another star” on the Three Lions shirt by winning next year’s World Cup.

Thomas Tuchel has not taken charge of a competitive football match since he watched his Bayern Munich team lose 4-2 to Hoffenheim on the final day of the Bundesliga season in May. But the wait for his return to action in the dugout is almost over.