Ben White, England and why Thomas Tuchel should shutout the noise
28.03.26, 22:30 Updated 30.03.26, 00:20 3 Minute Read
Phil Martin
If Thomas Tuchel is wise – and he plainly is – he will ignore whatever boos rolled around Wembley last night and whatever may come again on Tuesday.
Wembley crowds can carry club rivalries with them, amplifying grievances that have nothing to do with the England shirt. It’s slightly more complex than that in Ben White's case; nonetheless his return to the England fold could have been simple: a reintroduction, a fresh start, a moment to re establish himself. Instead, things turned sour. His first England goal – something that should have been cherished for the rest of his life – was drowned out and besmirched by jeers.
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Phil Martin Author, journalist and veteran of eight major tournaments, and England top capper, with a background in sports writing, editing and publishing.