England's High-Stakes Clash: On and Off the Field Challenges in Serbia

England's players, led by captain Harry Kane, have strategized on handling potential racist abuse during their World Cup qualifier against Serbia in Belgrade. The match, crucial for qualifying Group K, is already expected to be England's toughest test, both due to the competitive Serbian team and previous fan misconduct.

England's national football team is preparing for a challenging World Cup qualifier in Serbia, with both on-field and off-field considerations in focus. Captain Harry Kane revealed that internal discussions have been held to address potential racial abuse during Tuesday's match in Belgrade.

The Serbian Football Association has urged fans to maintain a positive atmosphere, following UEFA's sanction on Serbia for prior incidents of racism. England, who previously faced racism in a 2020 qualifier in Bulgaria, remain focused on their performance against Serbia, a formidable opponent in their group.

Coach Thomas Tuchel acknowledged the difficulties expected both from fan behavior and the Serbian team's high ranking. Despite these challenges, Tuchel expressed confidence in his team's preparation, highlighting belief in the sport's positive aspects.

(With inputs from agencies.)