England manager Thomas Tuchel showed his unbridled enthusiasm on the sidelines as Reece James delivered an extraordinary free-kick goal during England's 3-0 triumph over Latvia in their World Cup qualifying match.
The goal marked James' first-ever international strike and a triumphant return to the starting lineup after more than two years of absence due to injuries.
Late in the first half, James stepped up for a free kick from 25 yards out. With impeccable technique and precision, he curled the ball over the Latvian defensive wall and into the top corner of the net, leaving the goalkeeper rooted to the spot. Tuchel's jubilant reaction—a leap out of his seat—captured the significance of the moment for both James and the Three Lions.
England continued their dominance in the second half, with captain Harry Kane adding the second goal in the 68th minute. Kane showcased his poise by converting Declan Rice's low cross at the far post, extending England's lead. The final touch came from Eberechi Eze in the 76th minute. Coming off the bench, the Crystal Palace midfielder produced a dazzling solo run before his shot deflected past the Latvian goalkeeper, marking his first-ever goal for England.
Tuchel praised his team's performance after the match, commending James' stunning strike and the contributions from Kane and Eze. "Reece’s free-kick was nothing short of world-class. Harry showed why he’s our leader, and Eberechi added flair and brilliance. It was a proud night for England," Tuchel remarked.
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