Overview

• Tuchel revealed that his mother finds Jude Bellingham’s fiery on-pitch behavior at times repulsive, contrasting his composed off-field image.
• Bellingham’s frustration peaked when a late equalizer was disallowed for handball during England’s 1-3 loss to Senegal, prompting him to kick a cooler and confront the linesman.
• The England coach warned that Bellingham must channel his aggression toward opponents and team goals rather than intimidating teammates or match officials.
• Despite the conduct concerns, Tuchel praised the midfielder’s hunger and willpower as vital strengths for England’s ambitions.
• After the Club World Cup in the USA with Real Madrid (June 15–July 13), Bellingham will return to England duty for a World Cup qualifier against Andorra on September 6.