Thomas Tuchel admits 5-2 defeat by West Brom is a 'big wake-up call'
3 years, 9 months ago

Thomas Tuchel admits 5-2 defeat by West Brom is a 'big wake-up call'

Daily Mail  

Thomas Tuchel accepted the responsibility for Chelsea's five-goal thrashing at the hands of West Bromwich Albion but he did not spare his players from criticism. Chelsea's Thomas Tuchel admits a 5-2 loss against West Bromwich Albion was unacceptable The Blues boss was visibly and demonstrably frustrated with his players throughout the match 'When it was 11 against 11, I wasn't super-happy but that was OK. Defender Thiago Silva was sent off before the half-four for two bookable offences The Brazilian also suffered a torrid debut against the Baggies in this season's reverse fixture Tuchel, unbeaten in his first 14 games after he was appointed to replace Frank Lampard, made key changes at the back. The loss against relegation-threatened West Brom ended Tuchel's 14-match unbeaten streak 'After 15 or 14 matches, we cannot lose our head, we cannot take away the trust we have in these players.

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Thomas Tuchel has a track record of winning trophies, knows how to deal with high-pressure jobs, but has history of falling out with clubs... why the FA gave the former Chelsea boss the England job
2 months, 3 weeks ago

Thomas Tuchel has a track record of winning trophies, knows how to deal with high-pressure jobs, but has history of falling out with clubs... why the FA gave the former Chelsea boss the England job

Daily Mail  

Thomas Tuchel knows all about handling the pressure of a big job. Thomas Tuchel, 51, was appointed as England's new manager on Wednesday morning The German coach was unveiled to the media and spoke about his ambitions for the role German coach Tuchel is just the third foreign manager to lead the England men's team Sven-Goran Eriksson and Fabio Capello …

Thomas Tuchel slams 'absolute disaster' of a decision to deny Bayern Munich a late equaliser against Real Madrid in dramatic Champions League semi-final defeat and blames two officials
8 months ago

Thomas Tuchel slams 'absolute disaster' of a decision to deny Bayern Munich a late equaliser against Real Madrid in dramatic Champions League semi-final defeat and blames two officials

Daily Mail  

Another nightmare… which players are to blame and should Thomas Tuchel come in? Listen to the Officials are told to delay raising their flags for offside calls if decision is close Bayern thought they had scored an equaliser, but for whistle to have been blown Thomas Tuchel has torn into the officials of Bayern Munich's Champions League semi-final tie against …

Title ‘not so realistic’ says Tuchel after Bayern’s ‘horror’ week
10 months, 3 weeks ago

Title ‘not so realistic’ says Tuchel after Bayern’s ‘horror’ week

The Hindu  

Bayern Munich coach Thomas Tuchel said winning this season’s Bundesliga title was “not so realistic right now” after a loss on Sunday which left Xabi Alonso’s Bayer Leverkusen eight points clear at the top. The 3-2 defeat at lowly Bochum was Bayern’s third reverse in a row, after a 3-0 thumping by Alonso’s league leaders last weekend and a 1-0 …

Bayern coach Tuchel baffled by shock home loss to Leipzig
1 year, 7 months ago

Bayern coach Tuchel baffled by shock home loss to Leipzig

The Hindu  

Bayern Munich coach Thomas Tuchel was at a loss for words after his team gave up a 1-0 lead to slump to a 3-1 home defeat to RB Leipzig on Saturday and leaving its title hopes hanging in the balance with one game left in the season. “When you play so far below your level and you keep dropping that …

Tuchel ‘at a loss’ after Bayern humbled by Mainz
1 year, 8 months ago

Tuchel ‘at a loss’ after Bayern humbled by Mainz

The Hindu  

Bayern Munich manager Thomas Tuchel said he was “at a loss” and had “no explanation” for his side’s second-half capitulation in a 3-1 defeat at Mainz on Saturday. “The points are falling through our hands like sand.” The loss places the focus back on the Bayern hierarchy’s decision to fire Julian Nagelsmann and replace him with Tuchel in late March. …

Thomas Tuchel says 'everything is missing' for Chelsea after shock Champions League loss
2 years, 4 months ago

Thomas Tuchel says 'everything is missing' for Chelsea after shock Champions League loss

Daily Mail  

Thomas Tuchel admitted he did not see Chelsea’s shock Champions League defeat at Dinamo Zagreb coming and that everything is missing from his side. Thomas Tuchel was left bitterly disappointed as Chelsea lost their opening group game Mislav Orsic scored the only goal of the game as Chelsea slipped to another defeat He said: ‘I’m angry with myself and I’m …

Thomas Tuchel rejects Chelsea striker talk in wake of Southampton defeat
2 years, 4 months ago

Thomas Tuchel rejects Chelsea striker talk in wake of Southampton defeat

The Independent  

Sign up to Miguel Delaney’s Reading the Game newsletter sent straight to your inbox for free Sign up to Miguel’s Delaney’s free weekly newsletter Sign up to Miguel’s Delaney’s free weekly newsletter SIGN UP I would like to be emailed about offers, events and updates from The Independent. Read our privacy policy Thomas Tuchel believes scrutinising Chelsea’s attacking set-up is …

Chelsea fans take to Twitter to vent frustrations at Thomas Tuchel
2 years, 4 months ago

Chelsea fans take to Twitter to vent frustrations at Thomas Tuchel

Daily Mail  

Chelsea fans have expressed anger towards manager Thomas Tuchel after the Blues lost 2-1 to Southampton on Tuesday. Raheem Sterling's opening goal was cancelled out by Romeo Lavia before Adam Armstrong's first goal in nine months put the Saints ahead, and the forward's strike was enough to secure all three points as Chelsea struggled to create chances whilst chasing the …

Chelsea: Tuchel focused on how he's 'all on his own' with 'flight' excuse, claims Age Fjortoft
2 years, 4 months ago

Chelsea: Tuchel focused on how he's 'all on his own' with 'flight' excuse, claims Age Fjortoft

Daily Mail  

Chelsea manager Thomas Tuchel was slammed for his 'silly' excuses by ESPN pundit Jan Age Fjortoft following the Blues' loss on Sunday. Chelsea boss Thomas Tuchel was slammed for his 'silly' excuses by pundit Jan Age Fjortoft The Blues were left humiliated by Leeds United at Elland Road as they suffered a 3-0 defeat However, Tuchel bizarrely blamed a cancelled …

Chelsea boss Thomas Tuchel 'struggling' to accept referee Mike Dean's apology
2 years, 4 months ago

Chelsea boss Thomas Tuchel 'struggling' to accept referee Mike Dean's apology

Hindustan Times  

Chelsea manager Thomas Tuchel stated that he was struggling to understand VAR official Mike Dean's apology statement, after his error that led to Tottenham Hotspur's late equaliser in a 2-2 draw at Stamford Bridge in the previous gameweek. On-field referee Anthony Taylor didn't see Cristian Romero's hail tug on Marc Cucurella and Dean also agreed that he should have asked …

Thomas Tuchel May be Punished for Incendiary Referee Comments After Antonio Conte Feud
2 years, 4 months ago

Thomas Tuchel May be Punished for Incendiary Referee Comments After Antonio Conte Feud

News 18  

Chelsea manager Thomas Tuchel can expect to receive more than just a suspension in the fallout from the latest feisty match with Tottenham in the Premier League. Most of the post-match focus after Sunday’s 2-2 draw at Stamford Bridge was on the angry exchanges between Tuchel and Tottenham manager Antonio Conte during and after the game. However, Tuchel also turned …

Thomas Tuchel admits Chelsea are unprepared after their 'TIRING and EXHAUSTING' tour of the US
2 years, 5 months ago

Thomas Tuchel admits Chelsea are unprepared after their 'TIRING and EXHAUSTING' tour of the US

Daily Mail  

Thomas Tuchel admitted that Chelsea are unprepared ahead of the new campaign, following their 'tiring' and 'exhausting' pre-season tour of America. Thomas Tuchel believes Chelsea's 'exhausting' pre-season tour has left his side unprepared And now, Tuchel is concerned that the 'tiring' and 'exhausting' pre-season has left Chelsea unprepared ahead of their opening match against Everton on Saturday. Whilst Tuchel has …

Chelsea star Ruben Loftus-Cheek says Thomas Tuchel cancelling day off was not seen as 'punishment'
2 years, 8 months ago

Chelsea star Ruben Loftus-Cheek says Thomas Tuchel cancelling day off was not seen as 'punishment'

Daily Mail  

Ruben Loftus-Cheek has denied claims that Chelsea players felt 'punished' after being called in by Thomas Tuchel on their day off from training. Tuchel admitted he risked the wrath of his players by cancelling their rest day on Sunday, a stern reaction to their disappointing 2-2 draw at home to Wolves 24 hours earlier. Ruben Loftus-Cheek says Thomas Tuchel cancelling …

Chelsea: Thomas Tuchel admits some stars felt 'punished' by training on their day off
2 years, 8 months ago

Chelsea: Thomas Tuchel admits some stars felt 'punished' by training on their day off

Daily Mail  

Thomas Tuchel accepts he may not be very popular around Chelsea after cancelling his players' day off ahead of this pivotal week. 'It's not the moment for a free day,' said Tuchel after he called them in on Sunday following a disappointing draw with Wolves, also cancelling his own plans before tonight's trip to Leeds and Saturday's FA Cup final …

Thomas Tuchel concerned Chelsea could miss out on qualifying for the Champions League
2 years, 8 months ago

Thomas Tuchel concerned Chelsea could miss out on qualifying for the Champions League

Daily Mail  

Thomas Tuchel has warned Chelsea's players they risk squandering Champions League qualification after producing a display that left the German enraged. Chelsea have taken four points from the last four matches, conceding seven goals in the process, and their performance at Goodison Park showcased all the shortcomings in their squad – not being able to score and not being able …

Premier League: 'I have no solution,' says Thomas Tuchel on Chelsea's 'fragile' home form
2 years, 8 months ago

Premier League: 'I have no solution,' says Thomas Tuchel on Chelsea's 'fragile' home form

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Thomas Tuchel admits he is surprised by Chelsea’s “fragile” home form as the Blues boss tries to make Stamford Bridge a fortress in time to preserve their Premier League top-four place. London Thomas Tuchel admits he is surprised by Chelsea’s “fragile” home form as the Blues boss tries to make Stamford Bridge a fortress in time to preserve their Premier …

Premier League: Thomas Tuchel Says Andreas Christensen Subbed Due to Injury, Not Costly Error
2 years, 8 months ago

Premier League: Thomas Tuchel Says Andreas Christensen Subbed Due to Injury, Not Costly Error

News 18  

Chelsea coach Thomas Tuchel said he had taken off Andreas Christensen at halftime of their 4-2 defeat by Arsenal on Wednesday because he was unable to continue, not due to his error that led to the visitors’ opener. Arsenal got off the mark when Eddie Nketiah pounced on a weak back pass by Christensen before slotting past goalkeeper Edouard Mendy …

Chelsea must improve or face elimination, Thomas Tuchel says
2 years, 9 months ago

Chelsea must improve or face elimination, Thomas Tuchel says

The Hindu  

Chelsea coach Thomas Tuchel said the reigning European champion was facing an exit at the hands of Real Madrid unless it can regain its focus after a 3-1 home Champions League quarter-final first leg defeat. Hard on the heels of a 4-1 thrashing by Premier League new boys Brentford on Saturday, also at Stamford Bridge, Tuchel said he was at …

Champions League: Tuchel in focus as Chelsea faces Real Madrid
2 years, 9 months ago

Champions League: Tuchel in focus as Chelsea faces Real Madrid

The Hindu  

Chelsea faces Real Madrid on Wednesday reeling from its heaviest defeat of the season, but Thomas Tuchel's battle-hardened ability to keep his players focused should ensure the Champions League holder is ready for the latest test of its resilience. While Saturday's shock 4-1 home defeat against Brentford was hardly ideal preparation for the quarter-final first leg against Real, Chelsea boss …

UCL 2022: Troubled Chelsea welcomes Real Madrid
2 years, 9 months ago

UCL 2022: Troubled Chelsea welcomes Real Madrid

The Hindu  

Chelsea faces Real Madrid on Wednesday reeling from their heaviest defeat of the season, but Thomas Tuchel’s battle-hardened ability to keep his players focused should ensure the Champions League holders are ready for the latest test of their resilience. While Saturday’s shock 4-1 home defeat against Brentford was hardly ideal preparation for the quarter-final first leg against Real, Chelsea boss …

Chelsea boss Thomas Tuchel shuts down talk of joining Manchester United next season
2 years, 9 months ago

Chelsea boss Thomas Tuchel shuts down talk of joining Manchester United next season

Daily Mail  

Thomas Tuchel has batted away any suggestions over a move to Manchester United at the end of the season and claimed he has 'plenty of reasons' to stay at Chelsea. The German's potential availability caught the football world unawares but is now a possibility given the crippling sanctions placed on Chelsea over owner Roman Abramovich's ties to Vladimir Putin and …

Chelsea boss Thomas Tuchel loses temper at journalists asking him about Russia's invasion of Ukraine
2 years, 10 months ago

Chelsea boss Thomas Tuchel loses temper at journalists asking him about Russia's invasion of Ukraine

ABC  

Chelsea manager Thomas Tuchel has lost his temper at a news conference ahead of the Blues' FA Cup match at Luton Town, snapping at journalists after repeatedly being asked about Russia's invasion of Ukraine. Key points: Chelsea's Russian owner Roman Abramovich has come under fire for his close ties with Vladimir Putin Reports this week suggested Mr Abramovich had been …

Thomas Tuchel downplays Chelsea's subdued performances ahead of Spurs clash
2 years, 11 months ago

Thomas Tuchel downplays Chelsea's subdued performances ahead of Spurs clash

The Hindu  

Chelsea manager Thomas Tuchel downplayed his side's subdued performance in a 1-1 draw with Brighton & Hove Albion in the Premier League, attributing their lack of cutting edge to frustration at slipping up in the title race. Chelsea's players were far from their best in the draw, which extended their winless run in the league to four games and left …

Chelsea: Thomas Tuchel escapes an FA investigation after he questioned Mike Dean's impartiality
3 years ago

Chelsea: Thomas Tuchel escapes an FA investigation after he questioned Mike Dean's impartiality

Daily Mail  

Chelsea boss Thomas Tuchel will be reprimanded by the Football Association for questioning the impartiality of referee Mike Dean following the draw versus Brighton. Chelsea boss Thomas Tuchel has been 'reminded of his responsibilities' after his furious rant following Wednesday night's 1-1 draw against Brighton Tuchel was seething at the decision-making of match referee Mike Dean But having escaped a …

Thomas Tuchel went mad at the referee but his real frustration is failing to beat Manchester United
3 years, 1 month ago

Thomas Tuchel went mad at the referee but his real frustration is failing to beat Manchester United

Daily Mail  

Thomas Tuchel was quite literally hopping mad. It took a yellow card from referee Anthony Taylor to tranquilise Tuchel and, in fact, the home side were able to repel the late threat from Manchester United and create the final chance of the game. Thomas Tuchel showed his fury on the touchline, falling to his knees at a refereeing decision The …

Thomas Tuchel delights in Chelsea's shootout win over Southampton
3 years, 2 months ago

Thomas Tuchel delights in Chelsea's shootout win over Southampton

Daily Mail  

Thomas Tuchel was pleased Chelsea were able to overcome some last-minute changes to team selection to edge past Southampton following another penalty shoot-out in the Carabao Cup. Thomas Tuchel has delighted in Chelsea's progression to the next round of the Carabao Cup After Tuchel saw Cesar Azpilicueta, Andreas Christensen and Ruben Loftus-Cheek ruled out a day before the fourth-round tie, …

Thomas Tuchel demands cutting edge from Chelsea after Champions League defeat by Juventus
3 years, 3 months ago

Thomas Tuchel demands cutting edge from Chelsea after Champions League defeat by Juventus

The Independent  

Sign up to Miguel Delaney’s Reading the Game newsletter sent straight to your inbox for free Sign up to Miguel’s Delaney’s free weekly newsletter Sign up to Miguel’s Delaney’s free weekly newsletter SIGN UP I would like to be emailed about offers, events and updates from The Independent. Read our privacy policy Thomas Tuchel admitted Chelsea were “not free enough” …

‘He was not happy’: Cesar Azpilicueta reveals angry Thomas Tuchel team talk in win over Tottenham
3 years, 3 months ago

‘He was not happy’: Cesar Azpilicueta reveals angry Thomas Tuchel team talk in win over Tottenham

The Independent  

Sign up to Miguel Delaney’s Reading the Game newsletter sent straight to your inbox for free Sign up to Miguel’s Delaney’s free weekly newsletter Sign up to Miguel’s Delaney’s free weekly newsletter SIGN UP I would like to be emailed about offers, events and updates from The Independent. Read our privacy policy Cesar Azpilicueta has revealedpre Chelsea manager Thomas Tuchel’s …

Tuchel hails Chelsea after 'world turned upside down' by red card
3 years, 4 months ago

Tuchel hails Chelsea after 'world turned upside down' by red card

The Hindu  

Chelsea manager Thomas Tuchel praised his 10-man team for their second-half rearguard action in securing a 1-1 draw against Liverpool in the Premier League on Saturday. An injury to French international midfielder N'Golo Kante added to Tuchel's problems at the interval but the German tactician made a double switch during the break which helped his side cope with the pressure …

Premier League: Thomas Tuchel praises 10-man Chelsea's response against Liverpool
3 years, 4 months ago

Premier League: Thomas Tuchel praises 10-man Chelsea's response against Liverpool

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Jurgen Klopp’s men failed to make their man advantage count in the second-half as the European champions showed resilience to dig out a precious point that strengthened their title credentials. Liverpool: Thomas Tuchel believes Chelsea showed the resilience that can make them Premier League champions in frustrating Liverpool for 45 minutes with a man down in a 1-1 draw at …

Premier League: Chelsea Aggression Pleases Thomas Tuchel in Crystal Palace Win
3 years, 9 months ago

Premier League: Chelsea Aggression Pleases Thomas Tuchel in Crystal Palace Win

News 18  

Thomas Tuchel praised his Chelsea side’s response to last week’s shock defeat by West Bromwich Albion after Saturday’s impressive 4-1 victory away to Crystal Palace. Two goals by Christian Pulisic and one each for Kai Havertz and Kurt Zouma secured Chelsea’s biggest victory since Tuchel replaced Frank Lampard in the Stamford Bridge hot seat. Tuchel had enjoyed a 14-match unbeaten …

Could Chelsea’s defeat to West Brom actually be a ‘good’ thing?
3 years, 9 months ago

Could Chelsea’s defeat to West Brom actually be a ‘good’ thing?

The Independent  

Sign up to Miguel Delaney’s Reading the Game newsletter sent straight to your inbox for free Sign up to Miguel’s Delaney’s free weekly newsletter Sign up to Miguel’s Delaney’s free weekly newsletter SIGN UP I would like to be emailed about offers, events and updates from The Independent. Even with 10 men for over an hour, after Thiago Silva’s red …

Premier League: West Bromwich Albion Hammer Chelsea to End Thomas Tuchel's Unbeaten Start
3 years, 9 months ago

Premier League: West Bromwich Albion Hammer Chelsea to End Thomas Tuchel's Unbeaten Start

News 18  

Chelsea manager Thomas Tuchel suffered the first defeat of his reign as struggling West Bromwich Albion took advantage of Thiago Silva’s red card to earn a stunning 5-2 win on Saturday. Christian Pulisic put Chelsea ahead early in the first half, only for Brazil defender Thiago to get his marching orders moments later for a second booking. Mason Mount’s reply …

Tuchel's Chelsea taking shape after whirlwind start
3 years, 10 months ago

Tuchel's Chelsea taking shape after whirlwind start

Hindustan Times  

It has been a whirlwind first month for Thomas Tuchel at Chelsea. So what has been Chelsea's "way" since the arrival of Tuchel on Jan. 26, a day after Lampard's firing and a day before Tuchel took charge of his first match? In a clear change of game plan, Tuchel immediately switched formation from Lampard's 4-2-3-1 to a three-man defense …

Thomas Tuchel Slams Callum Hudson-Odoi after Chelsea Sub Hauled Off in Southampton Draw
3 years, 10 months ago

Thomas Tuchel Slams Callum Hudson-Odoi after Chelsea Sub Hauled Off in Southampton Draw

News 18  

Thomas Tuchel admitted he was “unhappy” with Callum Hudson-Odoi’s attitude after dragging off the Chelsea winger soon after his introduction as a substitute in Saturday’s 1-1 draw at Southampton. Mason Mount came to the rescue as he won and converted the second half spot-kick that extended Tuchel’s unbeaten run to seven matches in all competitions since he replaced Frank Lampard …

Thomas Tuchel says Chelsea defenders scoring in win over Burnley sends ‘signal’ to forwards to improve
3 years, 11 months ago

Thomas Tuchel says Chelsea defenders scoring in win over Burnley sends ‘signal’ to forwards to improve

The Independent  

Sign up to Miguel Delaney’s Reading the Game newsletter sent straight to your inbox for free Sign up to Miguel’s Delaney’s free weekly newsletter Sign up to Miguel’s Delaney’s free weekly newsletter SIGN UP I would like to be emailed about offers, events and updates from The Independent. Read our privacy policy Thomas Tuchel was delighted with Chelsea’s overall performance …

Chelsea beats Burnley 2-0 in EPL to give Tuchel 1st win
3 years, 11 months ago

Chelsea beats Burnley 2-0 in EPL to give Tuchel 1st win

Hindustan Times  

Thomas Tuchel secured his first win as Chelsea manager as his team beat Burnley 2-0 in the Premier League thanks to goals by Cesar Azpilicueta and Marcos Alonso on Sunday. Chelsea beat Burnley 2-0 After beginning his tenure with a 0-0 draw against Wolverhampton at Stamford Bridge on Wednesday, Tuchel again saw his Chelsea players dominate possession against another team …

Chelsea boss Thomas Tuchel was sensitive about comparisons with Liverpool's Jurgen Klopp
3 years, 11 months ago

Chelsea boss Thomas Tuchel was sensitive about comparisons with Liverpool's Jurgen Klopp

Daily Mail  

Thomas Tuchel is an urbane, affable and intelligent manager, part of an elite band of super coaches top clubs seek out when they need a fresh direction. That’s the advice of Christian Heidel, managing director at Mainz, who forged the German club’s rise from regional leagues to the Bundesliga and who gave both Klopp and Tuchel their big breaks. That’s …

Chelsea boss Thomas Tuchel explains Tottenham affection when growing up ahead of crucial derby
3 years, 11 months ago

Chelsea boss Thomas Tuchel explains Tottenham affection when growing up ahead of crucial derby

Daily Mail  

Thomas Tuchel has reassured Chelsea fans they will be doing everything to beat Tottenham next week after the German had previously admitted having a soft spot for their bitter rivals. Back in 2016, Tuchel's Borussia Dortmund drew Spurs in the last 16 of the UEFA Europa League and at the time he spoke of his affection for the White Hart …

Thomas Tuchel has a 'good feeling for the future' despite Chelsea's draw with Wolves
3 years, 11 months ago

Thomas Tuchel has a 'good feeling for the future' despite Chelsea's draw with Wolves

Daily Mail  

New Chelsea manager Thomas Tuchel is looking at the positives of their performance despite a frustrating goalless draw at home to Wolves on Wednesday. Thomas Tuchel was pleased with what he saw from Chelsea despite drawing 0-0 with Wolves The Blues endured a frustrating performance despite dominating with 79 per cent possession The result leaves Chelsea eighth in the Premier …

Thomas Tuchel’s Chelsea reign starts without a finish as Blues play out goalless draw against Wolves
3 years, 11 months ago

Thomas Tuchel’s Chelsea reign starts without a finish as Blues play out goalless draw against Wolves

The Independent  

Sign up to Miguel Delaney’s Reading the Game newsletter sent straight to your inbox for free Sign up to Miguel’s Delaney’s free weekly newsletter Sign up to Miguel’s Delaney’s free weekly newsletter SIGN UP I would like to be emailed about offers, events and updates from The Independent. The formation was novel, and sources said beforehand that the level of …

PSG's defeat against Reims was 'deserved', says Tuchel
5 years, 3 months ago

PSG's defeat against Reims was 'deserved', says Tuchel

The Hindu  

Paris Saint-Germain head coach Thomas Tuchel was critical of a poor performance from his players after their 2-0 home defeat to Reims in Ligue 1. Goals from Hassane Kamara and Boulaye Dia secured a surprise victory for Reims at the Parc des Princes on Wednesday as PSG slipped to its second defeat of the season. The underwhelming manner of the …

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