Thomas Tuchel’s Changes Out of Fear Weren’t Nearly England’s Biggest World Cup Problem England manager Thomas Tuchel was not the problem but still couldn’t find the solution. Sports Illustrated · Jul 16
It was supposed to be different but Argentina showed intent, Tuchel showed fear Thomas Tuchel made changes against Argentina that would have led to Southgate and Eriksson being hammered The Guardian - UK · Jul 15
'Oh no' Wayne Rooney frustrated by England substitutions in World Cup semi-final defeat Thomas Tuchel's second-half changes invited Argentina to attack England and Rooney believes they affected the mentality of the players FourFourTwo · Jul 15
Thomas Tuchel’s tactics criticised after England's World Cup collapse vs Argentina England players will have lost belief at Tuchel’s second-half substitutions in the World Cup semi-final defeat to Argentina, according to former… The National (Scotland) · Jul 15
A sad and familiar World Cup ending reveals regrets for England and Thomas Tuchel The Three Lions led Argentina in the semi-final but were unable to capitalise on their position resulting in a loss reminiscent of recent major tournament failures The Independent UK · Jul 15
How many times have England been in the World Cup semi-final? England are going toe-to-toe with world champions Argentina, but how many times have they been in this position before? FourFourTwo · Jul 15
How many finals have England been in? England are taking on Argentina for a place in the World Cup final FourFourTwo · Jul 15
How have England fared in previous World Cups? The Three Lions’ best performances ahead of Argentina match Tuchel’s Three Lions are set to go head-to-head with Argentina in what will be a historic clash The Independent UK · Jul 15
This World Cup is proof that the manosphere is dying, and its idea of masculinity is for losers COMMENT: Superstars like Bellingham and Haaland are showing young men that there’s much more to masculinity than the toxicity being peddled by red pill influencers. Katie Rosseinsky discovers what’s behind their refreshing behaviours and what it says about the next generation of young men The Independent UK · Jul 13
England on collision course with Messi and Argentina in World Cup semi-final grudge match Thomas Tuchel’s England will take on the reigning champions Argentina on what promises to be an emotionally charged occasion in Atlanta The Guardian - UK · Jul 12
What is England’s semi-final record? Key stats before World Cup clash with Argentina It will be the seventh time England have played in the semi-finals of a major tournament The Independent UK · Jul 12
England’s tortured relationship with quarter-finals is over – but beating Norway would break new ground England shattered their old glass ceiling with successive deep runs under Gareth Southgate, writes Richard Jolly, and are back at this telling stage with Thomas Tuchel at the 2026 World Cup The Independent UK · Jul 11
Norway vs. England—World Cup: Preview, Predictions and Lineups The Three Lions must stymie Norway’s supreme goalscoring striker to reach the World Cup semifinals. Sports Illustrated · Jul 11
It’s about time Wonderwall usurped Sweet Caroline as England’s football anthem COMMENT: The Oasis song has enjoyed a sudden revival at the 2026 World Cup – and there could hardly be a more appropriate soundtrack to Thomas Tuchel’s reign, writes Louis Chilton The Independent UK · Jul 10
The Guardian - UK · Jul 9 The Guardian view on the World Cup: the Dear England spirit is alive and kicking Editorial: As in the Gareth Southgate era, a diverse and passionately committed national team is offering a counter-narrative to the forces of social division
The Guardian - UK · Jul 9 ‘Is he a nice guy? No. He’s a good guy’: how Harry Kane became an England great Figures who worked with striker during his formative years recall his self-belief – even when his talent did not stand out
The Guardian - UK · Jul 6 Clear-headed Thomas Tuchel engineers 10-man England’s defensive masterclass Thomas Tuchel barely put a foot wrong against Mexico and came into his own when England lost Jarell Quansah to a red card
Evening Standard · Jul 4 Chris Hoy and Gareth Southgate among sports stars at Wimbledon day six The former England manager waved to the crowd as he joined Olympians and other celebrities at Centre Court.
Evening Standard · Jul 4 Who's in the Royal Box at Wimbledon? Phil Foden and Gareth Southgate among stars watching action on Day 6 Phil Foden was accompanied by long-time partner Becca Cooke in the Royal Box
The Guardian - UK · Jul 4 Survival is key for England in epic test or it will be a Mexican wave goodbye Azteca tie is one of those World Cup occasions that transcend sport – and Tuchel’s side face a challenge all about progress, not process
The Guardian - UK · Jul 4 Britain has so many stories. The reason we fund the arts together is so we can tell them Dear England, Ink, Sherwood … I owe my career to publicly funded art. Never downplay it: it’s how we speak to each other, says author and playwright James Graham
Evening Standard · Jul 3 Sadiq Khan slams wave of 'vile' online racism towards England World Cup players: 'It's out of control' ‘Much of this content is illegal and Ofcom should investigate,’ says the London Mayor
FourFourTwo · Jul 3 Key differences between Thomas Tuchel and Gareth Southgate's tactics explained (and why England still look so bad when they fail) Gareth Southgate drew criticism for underwhelming performances even as his side went deep into competitions. Thomas Tuchel has taken a different approach to try and fix that - but there are still clear issues
The Independent UK · Jul 1 England’s potential penalty takers in a World Cup shootout vs Argentina England have won only one penalty shootout at a World Cup before but Thomas Tuchel predicts they will need to triumph from the spot in North America this summer
Evening Standard · Jul 1 Who will take England's penalties? Three Lions' best options for World Cup shootout revealed Harry Kane is a certainty - but who else would answer Thomas Tuchel’s call?