England manager Thomas Tuchel has claimed that the team underperformed at Euro 2024 because they played with a “fear” of losing and lacked the “hunger” to win.
Gareth Southgate’s Three Lions were beaten in the final by Spain 2-1.
The team was constantly criticized for their poor show in a tournament where they were expected to win.
Tuchel remained adamant in his views during a Thursday press conference when he was asked about an ITV interview where he suggested that England could not cope with the pressure at the Euros and their play suffered as a consequence.
“It was just my feeling. It was my feedback, and first of all, it was my impression while watching on TV—long, long before I even knew I might be in charge,” Tuchel said.
“That was my feeling. I think it’s a pretty clear statement, and I don’t know how to put it in other words. I think it has to be the other way around.
“I want us to play with excitement, hunger, and the desire to win, and to enjoy winning.”
Tuchel will take charge of his first game when England host Albania in a 2026 World Cup qualifier.
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