Tuchel Substitutes Bellingham to Avoid Red Card Risk in 3-0 Win

In England's 3-0 World Cup qualifying victory over Latvia, coach Thomas Tuchel substituted Jude Bellingham to avoid the risk of a red card after the midfielder was already booked for a foul. Bellingham's reckless challenge in the second half raised concerns, prompting Tuchel to act quickly to preserve England's lead and avoid playing a man down. Despite the comfortable win, Tuchel noted the game lacked excitement due to Latvia's defensive tactics. He expressed satisfaction with the team's performance, highlighting the contributions of Reece James, who scored a stunning free-kick, and Harry Kane, who also found the net. Tuchel remarked on Bellingham's effort in the previous match and his less fresh condition in this game, reinforcing the importance of tactical decisions. Overall, the victory kept England at the top of Group K, marking Tuchel's successful start as head coach.