Mumbai, December 14: Thomas Tuchel, England슬롯사이트™s manager confirmed that Harry Kane would continue as country슬롯사이트™s captain, putting to rest any speculation about leadership changes under his reign. The Bayern Munich striker, who has been a cornerstone of England's recent successes, has retained Tuchel's trust. The German tactician, who was unveiled as Gareth Southgate슬롯사이트™s successor in October, addressed the media on Friday following the 2026 FIFA World Cup qualifying draw. England will face Serbia, Albania, Latvia, and Andorra in Group K, with their campaign starting in March. Former England Football Star Peter Crouch Clears Up Viral 'RIP' Rumor Again, Says 'It's Just a Floodlight!' (See Post).

"There is at the moment no need to think about change. Harry was always a top captain for England. So why do you even think about it at the moment?슬롯사이트�슬롯 머신 사이트 추천 Tuchel told the reporters.

슬롯사이트œYou cross the river when you cross the river. First, come January, we will be in touch with everyone and get the feeling for St George슬롯사이트™s Park and also the players. And until March, there슬롯사이트™s still a lot of football to be played, and then we will try to find the best group for the games that await.슬롯사이트�

Tuchel, however, hinted at a holistic approach, suggesting that while Kane슬롯사이트™s captaincy remains secure, all players will be given a clean slate when he assumes full responsibility. He emphasized the importance of independent decision-making, separate from Southgate슬롯사이트™s era.

One player Tuchel is keen to reach out to is Arsenal defender Ben White, who last played for England during the 2022 FIFA World Cup but left the squad midway for personal reasons. White슬롯사이트™s future with the national team has been clouded by rumors of a fallout with Southgate슬롯사이트™s staff, which were later denied.슬롯 머신 사이트 추천FIFA World Cup 2026 Qualifiers: UEFA Preliminary Draw Unveils Path for Europe슬롯사이트™s 54 Hopefuls.

Tuchel appeared open to reintegrating the 26-year-old into the fold. 슬롯사이트œI will reach out to him,슬롯사이트� Tuchel said. 슬롯사이트œIt should be a clean start and a clear narrative. From January, I슬롯사이트™ll be watching games and will try to speak to everyone, including Ben.슬롯사이트�

With the qualifiers just 15 months before the 2026 World Cup in North America, Tuchel슬롯사이트™s England project begins in earnest. The fixtures슬롯사이트� condensed schedule, starting in March, gives the new manager limited time to assess his squad.

Tuchel intends to begin his role by attending Premier League games in January, ensuring a comprehensive understanding of the player pool. 슬롯사이트œIt starts from January. I will be in the stadiums from January. I will also not distract the players, and they should just know, 슬롯사이트˜Okay, the boss is there from January슬롯사이트�,슬롯사이트� Tuchel added. Real Madrid Midfielder Jude Bellingham Reflects on England슬롯사이트™s UEFA Euro 2024 Final Defeat to Spain, Says 슬롯사이트˜He Felt Like Scapegoat슬롯사이트�.

슬롯사이트œThen I will, of course, try to speak to them but also be respectful to the schedule that they have, because the schedule is busy in January, especially in the Premier League.슬롯사이트�

Acknowledging the hectic domestic schedule, particularly in January, Tuchel pledged to respect the demands on players while building relationships.

Tuchel spoke enthusiastically about starting his England journey in conjunction with the World Cup qualifiers. He believes this framework provides a clear focus for the squad and ensures all energies are directed toward building a cohesive team for the long-term goal of global success.

"I like the framework, the narrative. I like it to start when the World Cup qualification starts, to have it as you kick off and go from there," Tuchel explained. 슬롯사이트œIt gives clarity in the selection process and in how we speak to each other and where we want to go.슬롯사이트� Harry Kane Believes FIFA World Cup 2026 Won슬롯사이트™t Be His England Football Team Swansong.

England슬롯사이트™s draw offers a relatively straightforward path to qualification. Serbia, the group슬롯사이트™s toughest opponent, will pose a challenge, but matches against Albania, Latvia, and Andorra provide an opportunity for England to fine-tune their systems. The five-team group also offers fewer fixtures, allowing Tuchel to focus on immediate and long-term improvements.

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