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England's World Cup exit reflects broader tactical struggles beyond Tuchel's decisions alone

Thomas Tuchel faces criticism for England's World Cup semi-final exit in Atlanta, with particular blame for defensive tactical changes in the final 20 minutes that shifted the team to five defenders. However, this represents a broader pattern across England managerial tenures, with successive coaches—from Gareth Southgate to Sven-Göran Eriksson—experiencing similar tournament collapses despite high expectations and resources.

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Published 16 Jul 2026, 21:18 UTC · Updated 16 Jul 2026, 21:50 UTC

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