Tuchel Not Angry Over England Player Withdrawals Ahead of Friendlies
Thomas Tuchel, the England manager, stated he is not angry about the withdrawals of several players from the squad ahead of Tuesday's friendly against Japan. Players including Noni Madueke, Declan Rice, Bukayo Saka, John Stones, and Adam Wharton were dropped from the squad, while Dominic Calvert-Lewin, Fikayo Tomori, and Aaron Ramsdale were also cut.
Tuchel expressed disappointment but acknowledged the reality of the end-of-season fatigue and the need for players to have a mental break. He mentioned that he wants everyone to be in good spirits and health, especially as they prepare for the World Cup scheduled from June 11 to July 19.
The England team will play friendlies against New Zealand and Costa Rica in June before opening their World Cup campaign against Croatia on June 17, followed by matches against Ghana and Panama.
Plus234Feed summary based on reporting from Blueprint. Read the original report below.
Read full article
Continue on Blueprint
Get the week in one email
Top stories, NPFL results, the naira — every Friday morning. Free, one email a week.
Related Stories
Tuchel Responds to England Squad Player Withdrawals
Tuchel Names 35-Man England Squad, Excludes Alexander-Arnold
Sherwood Shocked by Tuchel's England Squad Decisions
Tuchel Confirmed as England Coach Until Euro 2028
England Squad Announced for Pre-World Cup Friendlies
Rooney Critiques Tuchel for Excluding Alexander-Arnold
Get Plus234Feed on messaging apps
Same headlines, delivered where you already scroll.
