Lawrence Ostlere, Richard Jolly in New Jersey, and Miguel Delaney in Atlanta to react to England’s 2-1 World Cup semi-final loss to Argentina. They argue England retreated too early after going 1-0 up, with Thomas Tuchel’s shift to a back five and the defensive substitution of Ezri Konsa for Anthony Gordon ceding midfield control and inviting pressure. Did Tuchel lose his bottle? And did his changes give Lionel Messi the time and space he needed to kill off England’s World Cup ambitions? The panel debates England’s recurring inability to manage leads, Tuchel’s squad choices and midfield options, whether he has lived up to expectations given his reported salary, and the potential fallout for Tuchel and the FA ahead of Euro 2028. For all the analysis, predictions and news you need for the World Cup, tune in to Copa Independent on Apple Podcasts, Spotify, and YouTube.

On the latest episode of Copa Independent, Lawrence Ostlere is joined by Miguel Delaney in Atlanta and Kieran Jackson to preview the World Cup semi-finals: England v Argentina and…

Watch live BBC One coverage, listen on 5 Live and get analysis, predictions, fan reaction, score updates and match stats from England v Argentina in the World Cup semi-final.

Enzo Fernandez and Lautaro Martinez scored late to seal Argentina's win.