Whilst performances varied, Thomas Tuchel has overseen a 100% winning start to life as England’s manager. A 2-0 win over Albania kept that run going, thanks to a double from Harry Kane. Jude Bellingham played fine, even if it would not go down as a memorable performance. The headlines this time surrounded his late substitution. Although muted, the media reported of an unwillingness to accept the decision, and Tuchel even questionably commented on the situation post game, stating that behavior is key and respect towards the team-mates who come in. Decisions are made and you have to accept it as a player”. Jude now returns to Madrid, but it will be interesting to see how his next international break (the same goes for Trent Alexander-Arnold) shapes up.
