Thomas Tuchel warns England must change DNA to win big tournaments

In a starkly lit press room at Wembley, Thomas Tuchel, the German head coach of England, warned that the nation's football DNA lacks the instinct to control matches, a flaw he believes must be fixed if England hopes to capture major trophies. Tuchel argued that the English football mentality must evolve, stressing that a lack of match‑control instinct hampers the team's ability to succeed in major competitions. He said the change is essential for England to win future tournaments.

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He delivered the remarks at a press conference held the day before England's consolation final on Saturday against France. The German coach emphasized that without a shift in DNA, England will continue to fall short on the biggest stages.

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