Thomas Tuchel has been inspiring a young coach at St George's Park, with the England head coach's intense training methods leaving a lasting impression. The German perfectionist, known for his attention to detail, has been working closely with the squad ahead of their World Cup campaign.
During a rare open training session in Kansas City, Tuchel was seen barking instructions at players including Jude Bellingham, Anthony Gordon and Marcus Rashford. He focused on accelerating play and moving through the lines, demanding that players control the ball with the correct foot to speed up the game.
Dan Burn, who spoke to the media later, praised Tuchel's honesty and clarity. 'If he sees something that he doesn't like he calls it out,' Burn said. The Newcastle defender also revealed that Tuchel's assistant, Anthony Barry, has been a key influence, having first encountered Barry when he was a young coach at Wigan.
The session highlighted the intensity under Tuchel, with players pushed to their limits. Burn noted that the team has bought into Tuchel's methods, with a focus on playing like a Premier League side: with speed, intensity and physicality.
Off the pitch, the squad has been bonding with activities like basketball and backgammon. Burn even attended a country music gig with Harry Kane and goalkeeper Jason Steele, saying, 'If you're going to do it, do it properly.'
