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Copy linkFacebookXPinterestEmailShare this article 0Join the conversationFollow usAdd us as a preferred source on GoogleNewsletterSubscribe to our newsletterThe only place to start this week is by looking back on Englands draw against Ghana, and I think people shouldnt be too disappointed. You've got to credit Ghana, who made it so difficult. They defended for their lives, and their game-plan worked brilliantly. England tried to create chances, and you could see Thomas Tuchel getting frustrated with his left-hand side, playing Anthony Gordon and Djed Spence there.I think he played Spence because of Ghana's pace on the counter-attack, which is where they could have caused problems. I don't think anyone should get too excited or disappointed by what happened though, because Spain drew their first game against Cape Verde, and Portugal were held by DR Congo. England started the tournament well against Croatia, and know theyll still top the group if they beat Panama.Clinton was speaking on behalf of Freebets.com.Clinton Morrison: 'Don't get too excited or disappointed by England-Ghana draw'Not every team they're going to play against is going to have a low block. The further you go in the competition, the less likely youre going to be playing teams with that tactic. Thats unless you believe you're good enough to win on penalties. But when you're playing against the top nations, they'll come out and play, which is when you'll see England at their best.I think we might see up to three changes for the Panama game tonight, and I wouldnt be surprised to see Bukayo Saka start. He was very bright when he came on, while Marcus Rashford could be brought in on that left-hand side instead of Anthony Gordon. You may like 'Better teams will cause England problems. I was surprised Thomas Tuchel didn't start Marc Guehi' Clinton Morrison assesses England World Cup winners credentials after contentious defensive display against Croatia 'John Stones has to start for England - Thomas Tuchel needs him fresh to partner Marc Guehi at the World Cup' Clinton Morrison writes in his Top Top Column for FourFourTwo 'I can't believe Thomas Tuchel has left these four players out of his England World Cup squad. He sticks with players he knows, but he's made some strange decisions' Clinton Morrison writes in his Top Top Column for FourFourTwo But I can't really see many more changes beyond that. I thought about whether Tuchel would give Harry Kane a bit of a rest and start Ollie Watkins, but I can't see that happening.Panama would also love to help take a scalp by beating England in the World Cup. But England can play with freedom too, because they're going to qualify from the group anyway. You just want to see a bit more threat in those attacking areas, like we saw against Croatia.Get FourFourTwo NewsletterThe best features, fun and footballing quizzes, straight to your inbox every week.Contact me with news and offers from other Future brandsReceive email from us on behalf of our trusted partners or sponsorsBy submitting your information you agree to the Terms & Conditions and Privacy Policy and are aged 16 or over.One player whos certainly delivered at this tournament is Lionel Messi. Ive always been a Messi man, if youre asking me to compare him with Cristiano Ronaldo. I think they're both unbelievable players and I don't think we'll see another two like that for a very long time. I love Messi, I've always liked him. I just think he's an amazing player.To see him break that World Cup goalscoring record was amazing. He could have had a hat-trick against Austria, had it not been for that missed penalty. As for Ronaldo, I wouldnt say that theres much in it.While I prefer watching Messi, you cannot dismiss Ronaldos incredible achievements. I don't understand why he has doubters; it just makes me laugh. He's always going to play for Portugal. The fans go mad when he scores, and he's a phenomenon. What to read next 'Roy Keane leaving Saipan in 2002 galvanised us but Mick McCarthy wasn't right to question him in front of the squad' Ex-Republic of Ireland international Clinton Morrison gives first-hand account of famous 2002 World Cup fallout 'Thomas Tuchel is an outstanding coach, so stay calm' Jurgen Klopp defiant on England World Cup chances after Ghana setback Henry Winter exclusive from Boston: 'England left shaking their heads as Ghana's yellow wall proves too resolute for Thomas Tuchel's men' His first goal where it's whipped in by Joao Cancelo and he fires home at the near post, is a brilliant finish. It's such a hard skill, nine times out of 10 you lean back and don't hit the target, but he makes it look easy.The movement he creates for the second goal is really good. People are critical of Ronaldo, but you can't be criticising him for what he's done in his career, in terms of the goals he's scored, what he's won, and the fact hes delivering in the World Cup at the age of 41. Him and Messi are the two best to ever do it.This World Cup as a whole will also be remembered for how the smaller nations have gained recognition, like Cape Verde, who have had such a memorable debut at the tournament. Its great to see how theyve been able to showcase themselves.I'm glad that the expansion to 48 teams happened because they can compete on the biggest stage against the best players in the world. The emotional scenes from Cape Verde when they drew against Spain were brilliant, as it was when Curaao got their first point against Ecuador.Ill finish this week with a few words about Luka Modri, who is a fantastic footballer. Hes so good on the ball and makes things happen. It looked like age had caught up with him a bit against England, but you can never give someone like that with time and space on the ball. He just goes about his business with little fuss, and to reach 200 caps for Croatia is an incredible achievement.TOPICSEnglandGhanaWorld CupClinton MorrisonColumnistClinton Morrison is a former international striker and prominent sports broadcaster best known for his two successful spells at Crystal Palace, where he scored over 100 goals. Over a 19-year playing career, he made more than 700 appearances for clubs including Birmingham City and Coventry City, while also earning 36 caps for the Republic of Ireland and travelling to the 2002 World Cup. Since retiring in 2016, he has transitioned into a ubiquitous media personality, bringing his energetic and charismatic style to major outlets like Sky Sports (Soccer Saturday), the BBC (Match of the Day and 5 Live), ITV and now FourFourTwo.With contributions fromJames Hilsum
