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England Seal Perfect Qualifying as Tuchel Plans Review of Bellingham Sub Reaction

The manager cited a yellow-card risk, promising a review before the March camp.

Soccer Football - World Cup - UEFA Qualifiers - Group K - Albania v England - Air Albania Stadium, Tirana, Albania - November 16, 2025 England's Jude Bellingham shakes hands with manager Thomas Tuchel after being substituted Action Images via Reuters/Peter Cziborra
Soccer Football - World Cup - UEFA Qualifiers - Group K - Albania v England - Air Albania Stadium, Tirana, Albania - November 16, 2025 England manager Thomas Tuchel embraces Jarell Quansah after the match Action Images via Reuters/Peter Cziborra
Soccer Football - World Cup - UEFA Qualifiers - Group K - Albania v England - Air Albania Stadium, Tirana, Albania - November 16, 2025 England manager Thomas Tuchel talks to Jude Bellingham REUTERS/Florion Goga
Soccer Football - World Cup - UEFA Qualifiers - Group K - Albania v England - Air Albania Stadium, Tirana, Albania - November 16, 2025 England manager Thomas Tuchel talks to Jude Bellingham REUTERS/Florion Goga

Overview

  • Harry Kane scored both goals in Tirana as England finished with eight wins from eight and no goals conceded.
  • Jude Bellingham was replaced by Morgan Rogers in the 84th minute after being booked and gestured his displeasure before shaking Thomas Tuchel’s hand.
  • Tuchel said players must accept his decisions, stressed that behaviour is key, and noted he would not change choices because of arm-waving.
  • The No.10 role remains a live contest after Rogers started recent matches, with Bellingham restored to the XI in Albania and producing standout moments.
  • England will learn their World Cup group in December and regroup for friendlies in March, with no disciplinary action announced over the incident.