Thomas Tuchel, head coach of England's national football team, has expressed his concerns regarding the pitch at Raymond James Stadium in Tampa, where England is set to face New Zealand in their first pre-World Cup friendly. Tuchel admitted to being 'a little bit worried and concerned' after viewing images of the pitch that appeared to be in less-than-ideal condition. The pitch was reportedly laid just a week ago, which has raised alarms about the potential for injuries to key players before the World Cup begins. Despite these worries, Tuchel stated that the pitch conditions would not impact his selection decisions for the match. He noted that the FA's ground staff are in contact with the stadium, which has reassured him about the pitch's readiness. However, a groundsman from an EFL club pointed out that the sections of the pitch had not blended properly, indicating that it was not fully settled. Aston Villa defender Ezri Konsa added to the uncertainty by mentioning that the squad has not seen the pitch and is unsure of what to expect during the game.