The Football Association has begun its standard review into England's World Cup campaign, with players from Thomas Tuchel's squad expected to be consulted as part of the process, according to reports.
The governing body routinely conducts such reviews following every major international tournament, and this latest evaluation follows England's run to the semi-finals of the World Cup in north America. Tuchel and members of his coaching staff were present at St George's Park last week, where they began breaking down the team's performances as part of a broader report that will be finalised and delivered at a later date.
It has emerged that players who were part of the World Cup squad will have their views taken into account during the review, a detail that carries added significance given the discontent reportedly felt by some squad members over Tuchel's tactical decisions during the tournament's most pivotal match.
England's World Cup campaign ended in heartbreak against Argentina in the semi-finals, a match they appeared to have under control after Anthony Gordon put them ahead 1-0. However, England collapsed late on, conceding two goals to lose 2-1 and crash out of the competition.
In the aftermath of that defeat, at least three senior players privately voiced concerns about Tuchel's approach during the closing stages of the game, according to information previously reported. There was a shared sentiment among some in the squad that the manager's substitutions and tactical adjustments late in the match were overly cautious, leaving England vulnerable as Argentina mounted their comeback.
Beyond the tactical debate, the review will also examine other elements of England's tournament setup, including the impact of their travel arrangements. The squad were based permanently in Kansas City throughout the World Cup, returning there after every fixture regardless of where they played. The FA's review will assess whether this constant travel affected player performance and recovery across the tournament.
Despite the disappointment of the semi-final exit, England's World Cup run was not without its positives. The team rebounded from the Argentina defeat to beat France in the third-place play-off, securing the bronze medal and marking their best finish at a World Cup since their triumph on home soil in 1966.
That achievement has shaped the FA's overall assessment of the tournament, with senior figures at the organisation reportedly viewing the campaign as a success overall. This positive framing has translated into continued backing for Tuchel, who will remain in charge as England begin their qualification campaign for Euro 2028.
The Three Lions' first fixture since the World Cup will come in the Nations League, where they are set to face Spain on 26 September. That match will be followed by further Nations League action, with England scheduled to play the Czech Republic twice, sandwiched around a fixture against Croatia, during the upcoming international window.
As the review process continues behind the scenes, attention will turn to how the FA's findings might influence England's approach going forward, particularly regarding tactical flexibility in high-pressure knockout situations and squad management during tournaments involving extensive travel.
Based on reporting from BBC Sport.