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Tuchel Yells at Spurs Defender Spence Pre-Ghana Clash

6/22/2026

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England manager Thomas Tuchel shouted at Tottenham defender Djed Spence during training in Kansas City before England’s World Cup match versus Ghana on Tuesday (21:00 BST).
Aston Villa striker Ollie Watkins said Tuchel is not afraid to shout and described him as demanding and focused on keeping players on task.
Spence, 25, made England’s 26-man squad despite Tottenham’s relegation battle and provides left-back and right-back cover after Tino Livramento’s injury.

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England manager Thomas Tuchel shouted at Tottenham defender Djed Spence during training in Kansas City before England’s World Cup match versus Ghana on Tuesday (21:00 BST).
Aston Villa striker Ollie Watkins said Tuchel is not afraid to shout and described him as demanding and focused on keeping players on task.
Spence, 25, made England’s 26-man squad despite Tottenham’s relegation battle and provides left-back and right-back cover after Tino Livramento’s injury.