Tuchel starts Quansah over Alexander-Arnold in Nations League match
Yahoo Sports • 1 min read • Latest: Sep 30, 2026, 6:05 AM
Last updated Sep 30, 2026

England manager Thomas Tuchel opted to start Jarell Quansah at right-back against Spain in the Nations League. England lost 3-2, raising questions about Tuchel's decisions, especially with Trent Alexander-Arnold on the bench. In a follow-up match against the Czech Republic, Alexander-Arnold contributed to a 2-0 victory, assisting Anthony Gordon's goal. Despite concerns about his defensive skills, Alexander-Arnold's attacking prowess remains a significant asset.
- •England loses 3-2 to Spain with Quansah starting at right-back.
- •Alexander-Arnold assists in 2-0 victory over Czech Republic.
- •Tuchel faces scrutiny for his lineup decisions.
- •England prepares for upcoming matches against Croatia and Czech Republic.
- 6:05 AMYahoo Sports — Tuchel has no excuse to keep sidelining England weapon Trent Alexander-Arnold
"England manager Thomas Tuchel once again raised eyebrows when he decided to start Jarell Quansah at right-back against Spain in the Nations League ahead of Trent Alexander-Arnold.The German tactician ...
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