‘We’re on the same path now’: Toney on good terms with Tuchel and awaiting his chance

England forward did not get off to the best of starts with the manager but after two fine seasons with Al-Ahli is ready for any opportunity off the bench It was after England’s 0-0 draw with Ghana in their second World Cup group game on Tuesday that Ivan Toney was reminded that young children ask the best questions. Two of his three boys were there – the eldest is back at home – and one of them came straight out with it. Toney is laughing as he tells the story and pretty soon so is everyone else. “My son is saying: ‘Ah, why have I travelled all this way and you’re not playing?’” the Al-Ahli striker says. “It’s hard to respond to that. It’s like: ‘Daddy is waiting …’” Continue reading...