Tuchel defends Bellingham after heated exchange with Queiroz
Yahoo Sports • 1 min read • Latest: Jun 24, 2026, 1:30 AM
Last updated Jun 24, 2026
England manager Thomas Tuchel defended Jude Bellingham following a confrontation with Ghana coach Carlos Queiroz at halftime of a goalless draw. Bellingham was pulled away by a teammate after an emotional exchange that arose from a foul he committed. Tuchel described the incident as an emotional moment, emphasizing Bellingham's right to stand up for himself. No cards were issued, and tensions eased before the second half. Bellingham, who recently achieved his 50th cap for England, downplayed the incident, clarifying that it was a competitive situation. England remains atop Group L and can secure a spot in the last 32 with a draw against Panama on Saturday.
- •Bellingham involved in confrontation with Queiroz at halftime
- •No cards shown; tensions subsided before second half
- •England remains unbeaten and leads Group L
- •Bellingham achieved 50 caps but faced criticism after match
- •Next match for England against Panama is critical for qualification
- 1:30 AMYahoo Sports — Silly tackle, bad reaction - Tuchel defends Bellingham after Queiroz row
- 1:15 AMBBC Sport — Silly tackle, bad reaction - Tuchel defends Bellingham after Queiroz row
"England manager Thomas Tuchel defends Jude Bellingham after the midfielder is involved in a heated row with Ghana boss Carlos Queiroz.
"England manager Thomas Tuchel defends Jude Bellingham after the midfielder is involved in a heated row with Ghana boss Carlos Queiroz.
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External links- Yahoo SportsJun 24, 2026, 1:30 AMSilly tackle, bad reaction - Tuchel defends Bellingham after Queiroz row
England manager Thomas Tuchel defends Jude Bellingham after the midfielder is involved in a heated row with Ghana boss Carlos Queiroz.
- BBC SportJun 24, 2026, 1:15 AMSilly tackle, bad reaction - Tuchel defends Bellingham after Queiroz row
England manager Thomas Tuchel defends Jude Bellingham after the midfielder is involved in a heated row with Ghana boss Carlos Queiroz.
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