Ahead of England's UEFA Nations League A matchday 4 against the Czech Republic at home, Thomas Tuchel, England's manager, held a press conference to answer questions from the media. This is the second part of the briefing.

Reporter: Thomas, when you announced the squad for this training camp, you mentioned that the team needs to find its own tactical style and identity. We've seen authentic Premier League style on the pitch: four forwards with high pressing intensity, and both full-backs providing strong attacking support. You've defined this as a signature of the Premier League, reflecting the collective voice of the players. However, you've also emphasized that when the team applies a compact press, the forwards must act as a strong defensive shield for the back line. Is this a consensus you've reached: to play aggressive Premier League-style football while giving your teammates a sense of security in defense? Could you elaborate on this?

Thomas Tuchel: That's a very sharp summary. You've condensed into one question the system we've been working on tirelessly to build over many months, even weeks. That's quite accurate. A tactical system is usually a two-way agreement. I never impose my rigid doctrine on the team. If a tactical idea doesn't align with a player's technical abilities, doesn't suit their personality, contradicts the club's traditional style, or conflicts with the team's core essence, the tactics must adapt to the players. This is the philosophy that has driven us since I took the position. Whether it's the intensity of pressing without the ball or the aggression of high pressing in the final third, we always maintain high-energy pressure. Now, we've added a new tactical dimension: when in possession, the intensity of transitions between attack and defense is also very high. Everyone on the pitch shows significant movement without the ball, frequent back-and-forth runs, multiple high-intensity sprints, and immediate aggressive counters upon losing possession. This is a solid step in developing our tactics. But football is always like this: the most important thing is always the next match, not the one that just finished. Every game is a new test of this philosophy and tactical system. You must always prepare for the next difficult battle and never rest on past victories.

Reporter: I noticed that after the away match against Croatia, you said the team showed no arrogance in the second half, which reflects admirable humility. Many outside observers believe the England team sometimes lacks sufficient confidence in major competitions like the World Cup or Euro. Do you think maintaining the right balance between confidence, arrogance, and appropriate humility is key to winning major tournaments?

Thomas Tuchel: Yes, I admire the team's continuous progress on the pitch. They weren't affected by conceding a goal; instead, they maintained focus and performance from the first half through the final whistle, making their overall play flawless. This is what I mean: you can't mock or embarrass your opponent simply because you have a comfortable lead, and you can't abandon our rigorous approach just because we're leading by four or five goals. The entire team displayed professionalism and strict discipline throughout the match, which genuinely pleases me. I believe this is the heart of the Premier League spirit, the essence of English football culture: no matter what the scoreline is, when you step onto the pitch, you must give everything completely. This team does it. They played that way in the World Cup, and they did it again in this training camp. We brought in many new players for this camp, and it's not easy to build team unity and spirit like this quickly. This comes from the professionalism of the players themselves, especially the experienced players who were with us in the World Cup. They take responsibility eagerly, helping new players integrate into this core spirit rapidly. The comprehensive performance in the latest match is the best proof.

Reporter: Thomas, H. Kane is just one appearance away from equaling England's all-time caps record. If he plays tomorrow, could you speak about his personal importance to you—not just as a clinical goalscorer but also as a leader and captain on the pitch?

Thomas Tuchel: I don't know what new adjectives to use to describe him, because he seems to score in every match and perform brilliantly in every game. He's already on the shortlist for the Ballon d'Or, and we've talked publicly about his greatness so many times that I have to think hard each time to find new words. Ultimately, I often feel I have nothing left to say. The truth is simple: everything he does is at the highest level of world football, and he maintains a remarkable consistency and stability. I think I may have spoken too personally before, but there's an open training session this afternoon, right? I'm 100% confident that he'll be the first to lead the team onto the pitch this afternoon with confidence, and he'll be at the front of the warm-up, driving the entire team. He never eases off, never shows the slightest laziness. This is the professional standard he demonstrates every day on the pitch. I believe his contribution to the entire team is invaluable, taking things to a new level in terms of intensity and commitment. Since taking on his crucial role at FC Bayern Munich, he seems to have unlocked a new dimension in his career, representing the peak of a modern footballer both on and off the pitch.

Reporter: It feels like every time he plays now, he breaks historical records. Tomorrow, he's very likely to set a new one. Is it his deep hunger for victory and unwavering self-belief that's driving the entire team forward?

Thomas Tuchel: You know, across world football—whether in top leagues or youth academies—every elite number 9 has a distinctly unique psychology. Of course, they play to help their team win, but it's not just that. They also compete for personal glory: they care deeply about how many goals they can score, how many assists they can provide, who will be the league's top scorer, and whose record they're chasing. This is the primary force driving them forward, and that's excellent. It's this instinct that pushes them to constantly break their limits. You won't find any world-class striker without ambitious personal goals pushing them to challenge their own boundaries. This is the source of his continuous progress and the core code that defines him. This is the instinct of every natural goalscorer, and it's in H. Kane's DNA.

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