India, June 24 -- England were made to wait for their place in the knockout rounds after being held to a goalless draw by Ghana in a tense Group L contest at the Boston Stadium in Foxborough. Thomas Tuchel's side arrived with the chance to build on their 4-2 win over Croatia, but Ghana's organisation, physical discipline and calm defensive work turned the match into a frustrating night for the Three Lions.

England had most of the ball, yet for long spells the possession came without penetration. Harry Kane was often crowded out between Ghana's centre-backs, Jude Bellingham struggled to find clean pockets in advanced areas, and the wide players were repeatedly forced backwards by Ghana's compact shape. Tuchel had made defensive changes be...