England eliminated from World Cup after Argentina comeback
Yahoo Sports • 1 min read • Latest: Jul 16, 2026, 9:45 AM
Last updated Jul 16, 2026
England exits the 2026 World Cup following a 2-1 semi-final loss to Argentina on July 16. After taking a lead in the 55th minute with a goal from Anthony Gordon, England's tactics drew criticism as they retreated defensively. Argentina dominated possession, leading to late goals from Enzo Fernandez and Lautaro Martinez that secured their spot in the final. The match highlighted strategic failures in England's approach, prompting concerns over coaching decisions from head coach Thomas Tuchel.
- •England leads 1-0 after Gordon's goal in the 55th minute.
- •Argentina responds with two late goals to win the match.
- •England's possession dropped to 12% after taking the lead.
- •Tuchel's defensive substitutions contributed to England's collapse.
- •This defeat is cited as one of England's most painful World Cup losses.
- 9:45 AMYahoo Sports — Possession stat highlights Tuchel’s tactics all wrong
"England are out of the 2026 World Cup and the critics have been out for head coach Thomas Tuchel.Though there’s no shame in losing a semi-final to the world champions, England’s approach after tak...
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