Under-fire manager explains surprise snub of Arsenal star

Thomas Tuchel has insisted he was trying to protect Bukayo Saka rather than sideline him after explaining why the Arsenal winger was left on the bench for England’s World Cup semi-final defeat to Argentina.The England manager faced widespread criticism after Saka remained an unused substitute as the Three Lions crashed out despite needing greater attacking impetus in the closing stages.However, the Arsenal star responded in emphatic fashion by scoring a hat-trick in England’s thrilli