England secured a narrow 1-0 victory over New Zealand in their latest World Cup warm-up match at Raymond James Stadium in Tampa.
The decisive moment came just before half-time, when captain Harry Kane produced the only goal of the game to hand the Three Lions the win in a tightly contested encounter.
The result sees England return to winning ways after a difficult spell in March, where they were held by Uruguay and suffered a defeat against Japan.
Despite the slim scoreline, Gareth Southgate’s side showed control and defensive discipline as they managed the game effectively to protect their lead.
The match forms part of England’s final preparations ahead of the 2026 FIFA World Cup, where they are aiming to fine-tune their squad and build momentum.
They will next face Costa Rica in their final warm-up fixture before turning their attention to their tournament opener against Croatia on June 17.
