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Tuchel Tells Bellingham to Accept Substitution After England Seal Perfect Qualifying

Tuchel cast the flashpoint as a test of team standards before the World Cup draw in December.

Overview

  • Jude Bellingham was replaced by Morgan Rogers in the 84th minute after receiving a yellow card and reacted with visible frustration.
  • Thomas Tuchel said the midfielder must accept and respect selection calls, adding he would review the incident and did not want to overstate it.
  • England beat Albania 2-0 through a late Harry Kane brace to complete eight wins from eight without conceding in Group K.
  • Bellingham made his first England start since June following recent rotation and an earlier omission, with Rogers competing for the No 10 role.
  • Some fans criticised a reported halftime shirt swap on social media, while no disciplinary step has been announced as England await the December 5 World Cup draw and reconvene in March.