Under-fire Thomas Tuchel set to remain as England boss for Euro 2028

Stay up to date with notifications from The IndependentNotifications can be managed in browser preferences.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 inAllNewsSportCultureLifestyleThomas Tuchel came in for criticism after England’s World Cup exit (Bradley Collyer/PA) (PA Wire)Thomas Tuchel retains the Football Association's backing despite England's 2-1 World Cup semi-final defeat to Argentina. The 52-year-old manager, who succeeded Sir Gareth Southgate in November 2024, is set to continue leading England until Euro 2028, as per his contract extension. England were on the verge of their first men's World Cup final since 1966 after Anthony Gordon's strike, but Tuchel's defensive changes were criticised following Argentina's late comeback. FA chief executive Mark Bullingham praised Tuchel and the squad for their efforts, acknowledging the heartbreak of being so close to the final. England will now face France in a third-place play-off, a match Tuchel admitted neither team wants to play but will approach professionally. In fullThomas Tuchel retains FA’s backing despite heavy criticism after England’s World Cup exitMore 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

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