England Manager Tuchel Urges Bellingham to Channel Passion for World Cup Success

England manager Thomas Tuchel values Jude Bellingham's fiery passion and edge as essential qualities for the team's success but stresses the importance of channeling this intensity positively. Tuchel wants Bellingham to direct his fire towards opponents and the goal of winning rather than intimidating teammates or showing aggression towards referees. Despite Bellingham's occasional displays of anger, including protests over a disallowed goal in a recent 3-1 loss to Senegal, Tuchel believes this competitive spirit is a strength that must be harnessed effectively. Tuchel has begun experimenting with his squad during World Cup qualifying and friendlies, acknowledging the team still needs to find the right balance ahead of the 2026 World Cup. He remains optimistic about molding the team and leveraging Bellingham's unique qualities to achieve big things for England. Tuchel's challenge is to maintain this edge while ensuring it contributes positively to team dynamics and performance.