Jump to contentThank you for registeringPlease refresh the page or navigate to another page on the site to be automatically logged inPlease refresh your browser to be logged inAllNewsSportCultureLifestyleEngland lost 2-1 to Argentina in the World Cup 2026 semi-final, despite holding a 1-0 lead late in the game. Coach Thomas Tuchel has been widely criticised for making defensive substitutions after England scored, which many believe invited pressure from Argentina. Despite the criticism, the Football Association has publicly backed Tuchel, who previously extended his contract through 2028. President Donald Trump has weighed in on the debate, questioning Tuchel's tactical decisions during the semi-final match. Trump specifically commented on the perceived mistake of having England captain Harry Kane play defensively after the team took the lead. In fullDonald Trump questions Thomas Tuchel’s tactics in World Cup loss: ‘Harry Kane on defence?’More bulletinsThank you for registeringPlease refresh the page or navigate to another page on the site to be automatically logged inPlease refresh your browser to be logged in
Trump weighs in on England’s World Cup semi-final loss
Jump to contentThank you for registeringPlease refresh the page or navigate to another page on the site to be automatically logged inPlease refresh your browser to be logged inAllNewsSportCultureLifestyleEngland lost 2-1 to Argentina in the World Cup 2026 semi-final, despite holding a 1-0 lead late in the game. Coach Thomas Tuchel has been widely criticised for making defensive substitutions after England scored, which many believe invited pressure from Argentina. Despite the criticism, the Football Association has publicly backed Tuchel, who previously extended his contract through 2028. President Donald Trump has weighed in on the debate, questioning Tuchel's tactical decisions during the semi-final match. Trump specifically commented on the perceived mistake of having England captain Harry Kane play defensively after the team took the lead. In fullDonald Trump questions Thomas Tuchel’s tactics in World Cup loss: ‘Harry Kane on defence?’More bulletinsThank you for registeringPlease refresh the page or navigate to another page on the site to be automatically logged inPlease refresh your browser to be logged in
