""It'll be very important that we don't select just for talent, but also for what we need from a player. What the social skills are of a player, is he a good team-mate?""
""We had so many leaders in that team, or at least too many players who thought they were leaders, who had to be in the first XI and had to play.""
Thomas Tuchel must finalize his England squad for the World Cup, working from a long list of 55 players. He emphasizes the importance of not just selecting based on talent but also considering players' social skills and their ability to support team dynamics. The challenge lies in managing a talented pool of attacking midfielders while ensuring team cohesion. Historical examples show that a squad full of stars can lead to issues if not managed properly, as seen in past tournaments.
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