A moment of high tension unfolded behind the scenes as Thomas Tuchel reportedly lashed out at England defender Levi Colwill following a costly mistake during the match. The incident occurred in the 62nd minute, when Colwill was caught out of position, leaving space for Habib Diarra to pounce and score, exposing the defensive line.
Sources say Tuchel didn’t hold back in his criticism, blaming Colwill for the lapse and questioning his positional awareness. The verbal confrontation quickly gained attention on the touchline, raising eyebrows across the coaching staff and players.
But just as the situation threatened to escalate, new Chelsea boss Enzo Maresca intervened decisively, stepping in to protect his player. In a surprising turn, Maresca demanded professionalism and unity, which led Tuchel to issue a reluctant apology to Colwill for the outburst.
🎙️ This unexpected incident has stirred debate about Tuchel’s temperament and coaching style, especially when dealing with young talents like Colwill. Meanwhile, Maresca’s swift action has reportedly boosted morale within the squad, reinforcing his authority and belief in his players.
🔍 All eyes now turn to Colwill’s response on the pitch — will he bounce back stronger, or has the moment left deeper scars than ex
pected?
