AdminWest Ham captain Jarrod Bowen has handled the disappointment of missing out on Thomas Tuchel’s England World Cup squad with quiet dignity, choosing to keep his frustrations private rather than airing them publicly.
The Hammers skipper was overlooked in Tuchel’s final 26-man squad despite being involved in previous international camps and featuring in March friendlies against Uruguay and Japan.
His omission came as a surprise to many given his importance to West Ham throughout a difficult campaign.
Recognising the blow suffered by his captain, Nuno Espirito Santo has urged Bowen to respond in the right manner as West Ham prepare for a decisive final day in their fight for Premier League survival.
“Nuno Espirito Santo has called on Jarrod Bowen to channel the heartbreak of his World Cup snub into the determination needed to keep West Ham in the Premier League.
Failed to make the cut: Jarrod Bowen
Hammers captain Bowen failed to make the cut for Thomas Tuchel’s 26-man England squad, despite receiving regular call-ups from the German manager in previous international windows and playing in March’s friendlies against Uruguay and Japan.”
There could hardly be a better response from Bowen than delivering a match-winning display in West Ham’s biggest game of the season.
A goal or two on the final day would send a timely reminder to Tuchel of exactly what England will be missing this summer.
While others have taken to social media to vent frustration at being left out, Bowen’s reaction has reflected the professionalism expected from a club captain.
West Ham will now hope that disappointment fuels him as they look to avoid relegation and end a turbulent week on a positive note.
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