The World Cup Psychology Show: why Tuchel's comments show England's 'psychologically safe' environment and how to mentally prepare for meeting Messi

In the latest episode of The World Cup Psychology Show, Tim Harkness, Chelsea’s former head of Sport Science & Psychology, who worked with Thomas Tuchel at Stamford Bridge, and David Wheeler, one of the only former pro footballers turned psychologists working in the game, join me to look back at England’s win against Norway - and preview the semi-final against Argentina.We explain why Thomas Tuchel’s post-match comments are perhaps a sign of the ‘psychologically safe’ environment England seem to have created, how to turn Leo Messi’s threat into an opportunity that can be exploited and what confidence actually gives elite athletes on the field of play.Questions?If you have any queries about the newsletter, get in touch by emailing [email protected] articlesAs a Mind Room Member, you can access all of the website stories - covering everything from AC Milan’s neuroscience lab to the way English rugby teams are embracing ‘shared mental models’ - via the four sections below:* Theory* Practice* Strategy * FeaturesThanks again for reading The Mind Room! This is a public episode. If you'd like to discuss this with other subscribers or get access to bonus episodes, visit themindroom.substack.com/subscribe