Thomas Tuchel demands high tempo as England host Czechia

Last Updated : 06-Oct-2026 by Footymad

England manager Thomas Tuchel has urged his squad to display ruthless attacking intent as they host Czechia at Wembley Stadium on Tuesday evening in their final UEFA Nations League game of the international break.

The Three Lions enter the fixture after a 2-0 victory over the Czechs in Prague last week, where Anthony Gordon and Harry Kane were on target.

Speaking at his pre-match briefing on Tuesday morning, Tuchel underlined the importance of closing the international camp on a high note

"We need total sharpness from the first whistle to the last," he said. "When you play at Wembley, the standard is non-negotiable, and we want to control every phase of the match."

With several players returning to their clubs to prepare for Premier League action at the weekend, Tuchel is expected to rotate his starting lineup, offering opportunities for fringe squad members to prove themselves.