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Tuchel wants Bellingham to channel aggression in upcoming matches

Yahoo Sports • 1 min read • Latest: Sep 27, 2026, 6:37 PM

Last updated Sep 27, 2026

Tuchel wants Bellingham to channel aggression in upcoming matches

Summary

Thomas Tuchel urged Jude Bellingham to play with more aggression after the midfielder displayed a fiery demeanor during England's 3-2 loss to Spain in the Nations League. Bellingham's on-pitch confrontation with teammate Marc Cucurella highlighted his competitive spirit. Tuchel expressed a desire to start Bellingham in the next Nations League match against Czechia on Tuesday but raised concerns about overworking him during a demanding season with Real Madrid. Tuchel emphasized the importance of Bellingham's playing style while also addressing the need to monitor his fitness.

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By the Numbers

•Bellingham had a fiery exchange with Cucurella during the match.
•Tuchel believes Bellingham performs better with aggression.
•He is keen to start Bellingham in the next Nations League match.
•Concerns about Bellingham's fitness amid a busy season were raised.
•England is set to face Czechia in the Nations League on Tuesday.

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6:37 PMYahoo Sports — Tuchel urges Bellingham to play with 'rage'

What they're saying

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Thomas Tuchel has urged Jude Bellingham to play with "a bit of rage" after the England midfielder showed his spikey side in the Nations League defeat against Spain."It's better if he plays with a bit of rage.
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