Tuchel Talks About His Desire for Bellingham to Play with "A Little Bit of Anger"

- The German coach of the English national team, Thomas Tuchel, stated that his player Jude Bellingham is "better off if he plays with a bit of anger," ahead of England's match against the Czech Republic in the UEFA Nations League on Tuesday. The Real Madrid star had a good performance despite the 3-2 loss to world champions Spain at Wembley Stadium on Saturday evening.

Bellingham - who has played 57 international matches since his debut with the England national team in 2020 - appeared determined and resolute throughout the match that ended in a loss against Spain. He was provoked repeatedly by opponents he knows well - including his teammate Marc Cucurella - yet Tuchel pointed out that this only increases the enthusiasm and determination of the 23-year-old player.

Tuchel said in his press conference before the match against the Czech Republic in Prague: "He loves it; his level improves when that happens." The German coach added: "It's better for him to play with a bit of anger; that's his style."

"I believe he sometimes looks for such moments to ignite his enthusiasm." In his comment on the verbal altercation between Bellingham and Cucurella following a violent intervention from the latter, Tuchel added: "I think he does not acknowledge the presence of teammates when he is with the national team."

He does not acknowledge the existence of teammates for the team; he is still friends with them, but not during the ninety minutes." Bellingham was chosen last week as the best player in England for the second consecutive time, after becoming an indispensable element in his national team.

The midfielder started in all of the World Cup matches this summer until the loss of 1-2 against Argentina in the semifinals, and made crucial contributions to his team, including scoring two goals in both the Round of 16 and quarterfinal matches that ended in victories over Mexico and Norway, respectively. Tuchel indicated that he might need to rest the Real Madrid player in the upcoming match against the Czech Republic.

Tuchel said: "This is the only style he can play; this is his style of play. It is not an economical style in terms of effort, but let's see what happens."

He added: "I really want him to be available for the four matches; but I think the concern lies in the fact that he has not managed to do so this season during this busy period of matches." He said: "We will need to consult with the physiotherapy specialists; we will not put Jude at risk.

But regarding the style of play, this is his usual way." After playing in Prague, the England national team will head to Rijeka to face Croatia, before returning to Wembley Stadium to host the Czech Republic during the extended international break.

Tuchel admitted that he is in the process of making decisions regarding his starting lineup, given that several matches are being played over a short period of time. He said: "Honestly, I would prefer not to rotate the players, but I am not sure if that is possible."

He added: "The ideal scenario for me would be to try again and again, with at least six or seven players we trust in the starting lineup once more." He continued: "To hold them accountable and make them feel confident.

In the meantime, Tuchel dismissed the idea that club coaches have any influence over the number of minutes their players participate during international breaks for the England national team. Tuchel said: "I never receive calls from Premier League coaches.

No, and I have never called any national team coach (during my time as a club coach). I cannot manage the players' affairs; it is completely impossible."

He added: "And I was aware - as a coach of a club on the other side - that we faced this situation repeatedly; if I called a coach in Brazil or Argentina, they wouldn't know what I was talking about, and the players wouldn't understand what I was talking about either." He continued: "So, why would I do that and give the players the impression that it's okay to take a step back, or share points, or rest players in a certain match?

I would never do that; it is important, and we want to win the next match."