"Tuchel has previously expressed concern over Alexander-Arnold's defensive skills and that appears to have cost the Real Madrid right-back. He stated, 'I can see that sometimes he relies heavily on his offensive contributions and gives not so much emphasis on the defensive discipline and effort.'"
"When we are talking, especially about qualifying football, and then tournament football, the one defensive error, the one moment where you are not 100% awake, can be decisive. It can be the moment where you pack your suitcases and go home."
"Tuchel's first choice Reece James is out for at least six weeks and, even when fit, the Chelsea star has struggled to show the kind of durability required for tournament football."
Thomas Tuchel named a 35-player England squad, leaving out several notable players, including Trent Alexander-Arnold. Tuchel has previously criticized Alexander-Arnold's defensive skills, emphasizing the importance of defensive discipline in tournament play. With Reece James injured and other right-back options like Tino Livramento and Djed Spence lacking experience, the right-back position has become a concern for England. The decision to include a larger squad highlights the competitive nature of selection and the stakes involved for those not chosen.
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