England Players Unhappy With Thomas Tuchel Tactics After World Cup Loss

Tactical Decisions Spark Internal Anger

Several England players have openly questioned how the manager set the team up for the crucial semi-final. The squad took a 1-0 lead through Anthony Gordon but quickly shifted into a deeply defensive shape. Critics accused Tuchel of inviting heavy pressure before Argentina scored two late goals.

The manager defended his strategy and refused to back down after the final whistle. Tuchel insisted he had no regrets about his choices and blamed the native "DNA" of English footballers for the loss. Fans heavily criticised the introduction of multiple defenders while defending a narrow lead.

Late Goals Break English Hearts

Anthony Gordon scored the opening goal after excellent build-up play from Morgan Rogers and Declan Rice. England then attempted to protect the lead but Alexis Mac Allister hit the post during a fierce Argentina fightback. Enzo Fernandez scored a spectacular equalizer from distance with only five minutes remaining in normal time.

Lautaro Martinez completed the comeback by scoring a powerful header from a Lionel Messi cross. The match finished 2-1 after nine minutes of tense stoppage time. England captain Harry Kane described the result as completely gutting for the players.

Final Match Set Amid Environmental Issues

Argentina will now face Spain in the World Cup final in New York this Sunday. England will play France in the third-place playoff match. Officials confirmed the final will proceed despite severe air quality warnings in New York caused by wildfires.

Local authorities have advised residents to stay indoors due to the dangerous conditions. Organizers currently have no plans to postpone or rearrange the final match. Argentina manager Lionel Scaloni thanked the thousands of travelling supporters who helped push his team to victory.