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Tuchel, Ancelotti and other elite coaches exit World Cup early

Yahoo Sports • 1 min read • Latest: Jul 18, 2026, 4:36 PM

Last updated Jul 18, 2026

Tuchel, Ancelotti and other elite coaches exit World Cup early

Summary

Thomas Tuchel, Carlo Ancelotti, and other renowned club coaches faced early exits from the FIFA World Cup in 2026. Tuchel managed England, but his side lost to Argentina in the semi-finals amid criticism of his tactics. Ancelotti saw Brazil fall to Norway in the last 16, while Julian Nagelsmann resigned after Germany's defeat to Paraguay. The success of international managers Luis de la Fuente and Lionel Scaloni stands in contrast to the struggles experienced by their club counterparts. The tournament's unique demands have exposed the challenges of transitioning from club to international management. The final between Spain and Argentina is set for July 21.

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By the Numbers

•England lost to Argentina in the semi-finals on July 15.
•Brazil was eliminated by Norway in the last 16.
•Nagelsmann resigned after Germany's earlier exit to Paraguay.
•Luis de la Fuente and Lionel Scaloni lead Spain and Argentina to the final.
•Final match scheduled for July 21.

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Why elite club coaches Thomas Tuchel and Carlo Ancelotti struggled to turn domestic success into World Cup glory, exposing the demands of international football in 2026.
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