Thomas Tuchel has underlined his plan to replicate the direct football of the Premier League at this summer’s World Cup. 'We are in a very physical era of the game in the Premier League and an era where set pieces, free kicks, corners and throw-ins are very highly rated,’ said Tuchel. It is part of the match in the Premier League maybe more than in other leagues. The England coach has announced a 35-man ‘split squad’ with some players in camp this week and others joining on Friday. ‘In these last games before the World Cup this has to be in our thoughts,’ added Tuchel.

Source: Metro March 24, 2026 19:11 UTC