England faced Argentina in a World Cup semi-final on Wednesday, hoping to reach the final for the first time since 1966. Before the match, manager Thomas Tuchel insisted that his players were not dwelling on the rich and often controversial history between the two nations, stating that the occasion itself was big enough.
England took the lead in the 55th minute through Anthony Gordon, but Argentina then seized control. Tuchel's side failed to withstand the pressure and ultimately suffered a 2-1 loss.
Following the match, Tuchel defended his tactical adjustments and admitted that his team had become too passive after taking the lead. Despite the result, he vowed to stay on as England boss until Euro 2028.
The loss has led many critics and former players to point the finger at the England manager.