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How Thomas Tuchel has actually done Nottingham Forest a big favour over Morgan Gibbs-White

There has been a lot of debate over how Thomas Tuchel has treated Nottingham Forest star Morgan Gibbs-White over the past few weeks. Tuchel called…

Published: Wednesday, 7 October 2026 at 7:30 AM
How Thomas Tuchel has actually done Nottingham Forest a big favour over Morgan Gibbs-White
Key Things to Know
  • Lee Clarke argues Thomas Tuchel helped Nottingham Forest by managing Morgan Gibbs-White's minutes with England.
  • Gibbs-White was called into England's Nations League squad after Cole Palmer opted to withdraw.
  • The midfielder featured only as a substitute in England's four matches, reducing fatigue and injury risk.
The Story in 60 Seconds

Writer Lee Clarke argues that England manager Thomas Tuchel inadvertently benefited Nottingham Forest by managing Morgan Gibbs-White's playing time during the international break. Although called up as a replacement for Cole Palmer, Gibbs-White featured only as a substitute across England's four matches rather than starting.

Clarke contends that Gibbs-White's limited minutes reduced his injury risk compared to players like Xaver Schlager while boosting his confidence with four caps. Forest now prepare to face Crystal Palace with Gibbs-White motivated to maintain strong club form.

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