The immediate hurdle for Tuchel’s men is a last-32 clash against DR Congo, who progressed after a victory over Uzbekistan. While England are favorites on paper, Pickford is wary of the threat posed by the African nation and insists the Three Lions are prepared for every eventuality.
"We want to win the game in 90 minutes, but we will ready as a team, as a group, as England to do what it takes to get the victory," Pickford stated. "If it goes to penalties, extra-time, we have got the ability, we have got the lads to come off the bench, our togetherness is a high level and that is what we are here to do. We know Congo is a tough nation, we know how many teams in Africa have qualified for the next round of games. They are a proud nation."