Thomas Tuchel plans to start key players twice within four days during the international break as England's head coach, aiming to raise standards before a vital World Cup qualifier against Latvia. He believes that resting players for the wrong reasons could send a negative message, despite the risks of player injuries. Tuchel acknowledges the importance of communication with club managers but emphasizes the need for focus on performance and readiness, particularly after witnessing clubs like Arsenal overlook player fatigue in critical matches.
I take care about the players. We take care about the schedule. But it would be the wrong signal to tell players: Hey, you have tough matches coming up so I rest you now.
Tuchel pointed out that Arsenal overlooked a chance to rest Declan Rice in a Champions League match, emphasizing his belief that managing player demands is crucial.
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