Tuchel ‘100%’ invested in leading England at Euro 2028 despite semi-final failure

Thomas Tuchel remains committed to leading the England national team through to Euro 2028. Following a difficult 2-1 defeat against Argentina in the World Cup semi-final in Atlanta, questions have surfaced regarding his tactical decisions, specifically the switch to a back five late in the game.

Tuchel maintains that the system itself was not the root of the problem. Instead, he points to a period of passivity from the players following Anthony Gordon’s opening goal in the 55th minute. Despite the disappointment of the exit, the Football Association continues to back Tuchel, citing the progress made throughout the tournament against a challenging schedule and difficult conditions.

The England manager acknowledged the disconnect between training sessions and match performance, noting that the team struggled to maintain possession and control against top-tier opponents. He remains focused on the need to reach an extra level of quality to secure a major trophy. The players and staff feel the weight of this exit, but the focus has now shifted toward the upcoming European Championship, which England will co-host.

As the team moves forward, the primary challenge remains developing the composure required to control matches during high-stakes moments. Tuchel has signed an extension through 2028 and intends to work on these specific tactical and mental gaps to ensure the squad is prepared for the next cycle. The manager expressed gratitude for the commitment shown by his staff and players throughout this World Cup run.