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Tuchel trusts Alexander-Arnold after Nations League goal
Tuchel gives Alexander-Arnold chance to prove himself after crucial Nations League goal.
In brief
Tuchel gives Alexander-Arnold chance to prove himself after crucial Nations League goal. Tuchel recalled Alexander-Arnold for England after his decisive assist in Nations League win over Czech Republic. Originally reported by BBC Sport.
Tuchel's England trust
Tuchel ignored Alexander-Arnold for World Cup squad despite right-back role being cursed.
“He was ignored for England's World Cup squad last summer”
Alexander-Arnold's return
Alexander-Arnold started for England in Nations League game against Czech Republic.
“He was the ninth right-back used by Tuchel in 24 games”
Key moment
Alexander-Arnold made 70-yard run to deliver assist for Gordon's goal.
“He delivered a moment beyond those Tuchel had chosen ahead of him at right-back”
Tuchel's reaction
Tuchel praised Alexander-Arnold's professionalism and decisive action.
“He did very well. He had an excellent assist. Overall, like everyone, he was professional”
Gordon's praise
Gordon called Alexander-Arnold a rare talent with unique passing ability.
“I make that run time and time again and only a certain number of players have that ability”
Tuchel's doubts
Tuchel still questions Alexander-Arnold's defending despite recent success.
“He may still harbour reservations about Alexander-Arnold's defending”
Next step
Tuchel to test Alexander-Arnold against Croatia in upcoming Nations League match.
“More will be revealed if Tuchel persists with Alexander-Arnold against Croatia”
The essence
Tuchel recalled Alexander-Arnold for England after his decisive assist in Nations League win over Czech Republic.
