# Tuchel names Bellingham as England's No 9 alternative

> Tuchel says Jude Bellingham can play as England's No 9 after scoring in Nations League win.
- Title: Tuchel names Bellingham as England's No 9 alternative
- Summary: Tuchel says Jude Bellingham can play as England's No 9 after scoring in Nations League win. Tuchel identifies Jude Bellingham as England's No 9 option after…
- Keywords: jude bellingham, thomas tuchel, harry kane, nations league, england, trent alexander-arnold, sports, Tuchel, names, Bellingham, England's, alternative
- Source: the Guardian — https://theguardian.com/football/2026/sep/30/thomas-tuchel-harry-kane-jude-bellingham-trent-alexander-arnold-england-nations-league
- Published: 2026-09-30T18:00:15+00:00
- Read time: 1 min
- Topics: jude bellingham, thomas tuchel, harry kane, nations league, england, trent alexander-arnold, sports
## Tuchel's England plan
Tuchel sees Jude Bellingham as a striking alternative for England at No 9 after Kane's goal in Nations League win.

> I like him as a No 9
## Kane's goal record
Kane scored his 87th international goal in 123 appearances during Nations League win against Czechia.
## Bellingham's role
Bellingham wore captain's armband after coming off bench in Prague to play as central No 10.
## Tuchel's strategy
Tuchel says Bellingham can contribute to both sides and overload the opposition without affecting team balance.
## Kane's impact
Kane praised Trent Alexander-Arnold's delivery, passing range and defensive work rate in Nations League match.
## Next match
England faces Croatia in Rijeka on Saturday after Nations League win against Czechia.
## Key takeaway

Tuchel identifies Jude Bellingham as England's No 9 option after Kane's goal in Nations League match.