🔗 Share this article Thomas Tuchel Expresses Disappointment Over Home Fan Atmosphere Despite Dominant Wales Victory. The England head coach expressed his sadness that the England team did not get more encouragement from the home spectators during their decisive 3-0 friendly victory on Thursday night. Tuchel was happy to see his side maintain their winning momentum, with finishes from Morgan Rogers, Watkins, and Saka inside the opening quarter effectively ending the match. But, he was not content with the atmosphere at the iconic venue. “We had limited sessions to get ready against a organized team and we excelled,” Tuchel stated. “It could have been 5-0 up at the break. We couldn’t score the additional goals. There was little noise. We didn’t get any energy back from the crowd. Our team gave their all to win.” “What more can you provide in the first quarter? We didn’t let them get away. If you hear just the Welsh supporters for 30 minutes, it’s regrettable because the team warranted better encouragement today.” “I support my words. There’s nothing more than being three goals up in a derby. I hoped for a greater support in phases where it gets difficult.” “After halftime, to get behind us, there was a bit too much support for Wales. It could have helped us to refocus, but that’s the way it went and so be it.” Squad Decisions Vindicated by Performance Away from potentially starting a fight with fans, the manager also caused a stir by excluding Jude Bellingham and Foden from his team selection. Yet the decision was justified by Rogers delivering another standout performance in the No 10 position and getting his first international goal. “He is what he is,” Tuchel explained. “He operates as an attacking midfielder and he is fighting for his place.” Wales Manager Hopes for Lessons from Defeat Craig Bellamy hopes that Wales, who face a strong Belgian side in a crucial World Cup qualifier on next week, improve after their poor first-half display. “That’s the reason I wanted this friendly,” the manager commented. “I wanted to assess our current level. What are our ambitions? What is our identity? This performance gives me inspiration.” Injury Concern for Striker Watkins was withdrawn at half-time after colliding with a goalpost and will be a doubt when England play their next opponents in the Latvian capital in a World Cup qualifying match on Tuesday.