England head coach Thomas Tuchel commented on the emotional reaction of Jude Bellingham, who was dissatisfied with his substitution in the 2026 qualification match against Albania (2:0). The English achieved their eighth victory in the group and completed the stage with a perfect result.

The 22-year-old player, who turned at the start after the hole of hearts, was replaced in the 84th game - immediately after Harry Kane scored a double with his head. Having displayed his number on the scoreboard, Bellingham raised his hands in disappointment, while the fan voting behind his bags turned away to the city “Gravets matcha”.

Tuchel reacted harshly and directly:.

“This is a decision, and it is your responsibility to accept it. I am sure that Jude is dissatisfied, but I don’t want to work for what’s above world. Such gravels are even more competitive - they never need to be replaced. My word is residual. We are talking about standards, the importance of the team and the players entering the field. We can’t change a decision only for someone who is waving his arms.”.

In an emotional moment, Bellingham squeezed the coach’s hand as he exited the field, and Tuchel splashed him on the back.

Sky Sports journalists clarified that Jude actually celebrated another goal together with his partners, but the disappointment subsided the moment he replaced his replacement.

Guess what, Tuchel’s team became the first European team, which guaranteed itself a place at the 2026 World Cup against the USA, Canada and Mexico.