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Tuchel’s luck comment sparks Bellingham’s fury after England’s win
After the clash between Noorwegen and Engeland, England advanced to the semi‑finals thanks to two goals from Jude Bellingham. Despite the victory, English manager Tomas Tuchel described his side’s performance as "luck" and drew criticism from the Real Madrid midfielder.
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Tuchel, a Duitser, said, "I think we had luck in the decisive moments; it could have turned out differently," a statement that left the Three Lions’ camp uneasy. He added that the team was only moderately satisfied despite the win.
Bellingham received the comment during a post‑match interview and appeared visibly irritated. He replied, "Maybe he doesn’t know what it is to play in these circumstances. Norway is not an easy opponent," before the Photo credit captured his reaction.
Later, Bellingham praised the squad, saying, "We have created a positive atmosphere and must build on it towards the semi‑final. I am so proud of the team. Sometimes you have to win ugly and we have done that," adding that both he and Harry Kane are indispensable, a point highlighted by NLBeeldLEES and OOK.
The tension echoes a previous incident after a friendly loss to Senegal, when Tuchel recorded a quote: "If my mother sees Jude playing football, she finds his attitude ‘repulsive’ — ‘weerzinwekkend’". The News“We report that the Engelse side still feels the sting of that remark.
Norway’s resistance, led by Erling Haaland and Martin Ødegaard, made the encounter tight, with a ball allegedly flying near the English equaliser. The Een article titled "Three Lions" captured the drama, and News outlets continue to follow the fallout.