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Tuchel Frustrated by Photographers During Anthem
18 Jun
Summary
- Tuchel wants FIFA to change photographer positions during anthems.
- He felt a wall of photographers blocked his view of the players.
- The England manager found the experience emotional and impactful.
England manager Thomas Tuchel has called on FIFA to alter the placement of photographers during national anthems at the 2026 World Cup. Tuchel, a German national, was disappointed by the large number of photographers positioned in front of the dugout during England's 'God Save the King' before their opening match against Croatia.
Tuchel stated that the photographers created a "wall" preventing him from seeing his players, which he felt diminished a profoundly emotional and special moment. He emphasized the immense privilege of managing a proud nation on the World Cup stage and desired to fully absorb the atmosphere before the game commenced.
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