England manager Thomas Tuchel has asserted that he will not prioritize club demands over national team commitments, emphasizing the importance of player welfare and fitness. He criticized the inconsistency of club managers like Mikel Arteta, pointing out that clubs often expect players to be fit yet do not consider national duties seriously. Tuchel highlighted the ongoing club vs country tension, stressing that England's upcoming World Cup qualifying matches require a focused approach to player management and avoiding unnecessary risks of injury during international fixtures.
"Given the fact Declan Rice played after a 7-1 first leg the next match with Arsenal, I didn't have the feeling that they think so much about us."
"I feel responsible for the players. I don't want the player to be injured, I want the players to play quarterfinals of the Champions League because I want to watch it."
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