England manager Thomas Tuchel has urged Jude Bellingham to play with more 'rage,' saying the midfielder's performances improve when he taps into that emotion, according to multiple outlets.
Tuchel reportedly told Bellingham to 'get angry' to get the best out of him, according to GB News.
The comments come as Tuchel continues to assess how to maximize Bellingham's contributions for England.
How each side covered it
Center
- Center outlets reported Tuchel urging Bellingham to play with 'rage.'
- Coverage framed the comment as management advice ahead of England matches.
“Tuchel urges Bellingham to play with 'rage'” — France 24
Right
- Right-leaning outlets highlighted Tuchel's phrase telling Bellingham to 'get angry.'
- The Times reported Tuchel's assessment that Bellingham performs better with rage.
“Jude Bellingham is better if he plays with rage” — The Times
Questions readers ask
What did Thomas Tuchel say about Jude Bellingham?
Thomas Tuchel said Jude Bellingham is better when he plays with 'rage' or anger, urging the England midfielder to channel that emotion, according to multiple outlets.
Who are Thomas Tuchel and Jude Bellingham?
Thomas Tuchel is the manager of the England national football team, and Jude Bellingham is an England midfielder.
What did center and right-leaning outlets focus on?
Both center and right-leaning outlets focused on Tuchel's comments urging Bellingham to play with anger or 'rage' to improve his performance.
Sources · 4 outlet reports
- France 24CenterTuchel urges Bellingham to play with 'rage'
- The Straits TimesCenterThomas Tuchel urges Jude Bellingham to play with ‘rage’
- GB NewsRight-leaningThomas Tuchel tells Jude Bellingham to 'get angry' to get best out of England star
- The TimesRight-leaningThomas Tuchel: Jude Bellingham is better if he plays with rage