From the Guardian · · 1m
Alexander-Arnold may fix England's defensive chaos
Tuchel's England need Alexander-Arnold to stabilize defense ahead of Czechia match
In brief
Tuchel's England need Alexander-Arnold to stabilize defense ahead of Czechia match Alexander-Arnold's creativity could counter England's defensive instability against Czechia Originally reported by the Guardian.
England defense struggles
England kept four clean sheets in 13 games this year after World Cup qualifying success
Tuchel's defensive headache
Tuchel faces challenges with England's inconsistent defense after losing to Spain 3-2
Spain game reveals issues
Spain created 3.08 expected goals from open play against England
Defensive flux problem
England's back four has changed eight times since last using Alexander-Arnold
Alexander-Arnold's potential
Alexander-Arnold could make first international appearance since June 2025
Tuchel's defensive strategy
Tuchel prefers mobile central defense but lacks settled options
Key defensive gaps
England conceded from crosses and set pieces in crucial matches
Alexander-Arnold as solution
Alexander-Arnold's creativity could counter England's defensive instability
What it means
Alexander-Arnold's creativity could counter England's defensive instability against Czechia
