Tukhel wuxuu sheegay in isku-dhafka Jordan Pickford iyo James Trafford uu ku bilowday tartanka ciyaaraha
Guddoomiyaha kooxda England, Thomas Tuchel, wuxuu sheegay in ciyaartoyda goolhaye Jordan Pickford iyo James Trafford ay helayaan labo ciyaarood oo isku xigta, iyadoo Pickford uu ka horreeyay tan iyo 2017-kii.
Pickford wuxuu ahaa goolhayaha ugu badan ee England
Jordan Pickford wuxuu ahaa goolhayaha ugu badan ee England tan iyo markii uu 2017-kii ku bilowday tartamada caalamiga ah, isagoo ka horreeyay Peter Shilton markii uu 2026-kii ku guuleystay tartanka adduunka.
Waxaa jiray waqti uu Gareth Southgate hayay xafiiska, Pickford wuxuu ahaa goolhayaha kaliya ee England, isagoo tartamada adduunka iyo kuwa quruumaha u ciyaarayay dhammaan ciyaaraha.
Trafford wuxuu ku guuleystay inuu noqdo goolhayaha England
James Trafford, oo 23 jir ah, wuxuu ku guuleystay inuu noqdo goolhayaha England, isagoo ciyaarayay labo ciyaarood oo isku xigta, isagoo ka muuqday inuu aad u fiican yahay.
Waxaa jiray waqti uu Gareth Southgate hayay xafiiska, Pickford wuxuu ahaa goolhayaha kaliya ee England, isagoo tartamada adduunka iyo kuwa quruumaha u ciyaarayay dhammaan ciyaaraha.
Tukhel wuxuu sheegay in isku-dhafka Pickford iyo Trafford uu ku bilowday tartanka ciyaaraha
Thomas Tuchel wuxuu sheegay in ciyaartoyda goolhaye Jordan Pickford iyo James Trafford ay helayaan labo ciyaarood oo isku xigta, iyadoo Pickford uu ka horreeyay tan iyo 2017-kii.
Waxaa jiray waqti uu Gareth Southgate hayay xafiiska, Pickford wuxuu ahaa goolhayaha kaliya ee England, isagoo tartamada adduunka iyo kuwa quruumaha u ciyaarayay dhammaan ciyaaraha.
Thomas Tuchel has confirmed that James Trafford will face Jordan Pickford in a direct competition for England's number one shirt, awarding the 23-year-old Leeds goalkeeper two consecutive matches during the Nations League break.
Trafford's Competitive Debut Against Spain
James Trafford made his competitive England debut in Saturday's 3-2 Nations League defeat to Spain, showing promise with an impressive save to deny Ferran Torres in the first half. Despite his individual effort, the 23-year-old was beaten three times as England lost to the world champions.
Tuchel explained the decision, stating Trafford 'deserved to get the two matches' because he 'started the Premier League season well and gets minutes as number one at Leeds.' The manager added that Pickford 'did absolutely nothing wrong' but the competition was designed to test how far Trafford could progress.
Trafford's Rise Through Burnley and Manchester City
Trafford's journey included joining Burnley for £15m in 2023, where he starred in their promotion campaign with the Clarets conceding just 16 goals. He then moved to Manchester City for £27m last summer, starting both the FA Cup and Carabao Cup finals before his eventual transfer to Leeds.
Since arriving at Leeds for a deal worth up to £45m, Trafford has impressed with two clean sheets and helped the club reach fifth in the Premier League table. His form has been recognised by Tuchel, who noted Trafford's strong start to the season and his consistent playing time at Leeds.
Pickford's Legacy and the Challenge Ahead
Jordan Pickford has been England's number one since his debut in 2017, holding 91 caps and 46 clean sheets. He became England's highest World Cup appearance maker by overtaking Peter Shilton during the 2026 quarter-final win over Norway, playing every minute until being rested for the third-place play-off against France.
Former England goalkeeper Paul Robinson suggested Pickford would be 'very disappointed' by the decision, while Ian Dennis praised his consistency, stating he 'has never let England down.' The 32-year-old Everton keeper faces a test of his longevity as Tuchel seeks to identify the next generation.
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