Thomas Tuchel Hails 'Fantastic' Pickford After Record-Breaking Clean Sheet
Thomas Tuchel praises Jordan Pickford's record-breaking performance in England's win over Wales. England goalkeeper Jordan Pickford breaks record with eighth straight clean sheet in 3-0 win vs Wales.
“He's a fantastic shot stopper. There is no doubt about it. Today there was a challenge for him because they pressed us high...”
England manager Thomas Tuchel heaped praise on goalkeeper Jordan Pickford after his record-breaking performance. Pickford kept his eighth consecutive clean sheet in England's 3-0 win over Wales at Wembley, surpassing the previous record shared with Gordon Banks.
“Jordan was fantastic,” Tuchel said, commending Pickford's composure and adaptability. Pickford's achievement marks a significant milestone for the 31-year-old, cementing his position as one of England's top goalkeepers.
Pickford's record-breaking clean sheet was the culmination of a dominant team performance, with England's goals sealed in a convincing 3-0 victory.
England dominated Wales, securing their eighth consecutive win with a convincing 3-0 victory. The match was all but over within 20 minutes, thanks to goals from Morgan Rogers, Ollie Watkins, and Bukayo Saka.
England's goalkeeper Pickford showed impressive sharpness despite being largely untested for long periods. New England coach Tuchel praised Pickford's ability to stay focused, highlighting his crucial role in the team's shutout win.
“It's not easy to stay focused in a dominant first half like that. Have basically nothing to do,” Tuchel said.
“And then suddenly, I think in the 42nd minute, there's situation where it always can be dangerous. And second half, he had a very difficult save to close his legs very fast.
“He's a fantastic shot stopper. There is no doubt about it. Today there was a challenge for him because they pressed us high. And we want to escape the pressing. We want to have the chance to escape the pressing, also with short passes, and not only with long shots from him. So, he did very well.
“He kept his composure. He kept calm. This is basically what we demand of him. He stayed calm, kept his focus.”
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Thomas Tuchel also commended Pickford's adaptability, noting how well the goalkeeper adjusted to his tactical demands, further highlighting Pickford's value to the England squad.
“It's like, always a team effort, and I think he's happy to share this with at least the defenders in front of him. But with a defensive approach that we make it the least saves possible from him, but he's doing good,” Tuchel added.
“Well done, congratulations. Fantastic achievement.”
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