Tuchel discusses England fans' focus away from tactical errors post-World Cup
3 sources • 1 min read • Latest: Sep 18, 2026, 12:54 PM
Last updated Sep 18, 2026

Thomas Tuchel held a media session discussing his experiences since the World Cup, where England finished third. He stated that '99.9 per cent' of fans do not engage with him about tactical mistakes made during the semi-final against Argentina. Instead, supporters share memories from matches like the victory over Mexico and the thrilling game against France. Tuchel has named his squad for upcoming Nations League fixtures, recalling Trent Alexander-Arnold and Cole Palmer while omitting Phil Foden. He acknowledged that adapting England’s playing style from a Premier League approach to possession-based strategies presents challenges.
- •Tuchel claims most fans discuss memorable game moments, not tactics.
- •England finished third in the World Cup after a 6-4 win over Mexico.
- •Alexander-Arnold and Palmer return to the squad; Foden is excluded.
- •Luis James and Noni Madueke are absent from the squad selection.
- •Upcoming Nations League matches include games against Spain and Croatia.
- 11:32 AMYahoo Sports — Tuchel: 99 per cent of England fans do not discuss Argentina tactical mistakes
"Thomas Tuchel has claimed that “99.9 per cent” of England fans do not talk to him about tactical mistakes made in the World Cup semi-final against Argentina.
"Thomas Tuchel says “99.9 per cent” of England fans do not talk about substitutions or tactical decisions when reflecting on their World Cup experience.
Sources
External links- Yahoo SportsSep 18, 2026, 11:32 AMTuchel: 99 per cent of England fans do not discuss Argentina tactical mistakes
Thomas Tuchel has claimed that “99.9 per cent” of England fans do not talk to him about tactical mistakes made in the World Cup semi-final against Argentina.
- Sky Sports—Tuchel: 99.9 per cent of fans I meet don't ask me about Argentina subs
Thomas Tuchel says “99.9 per cent” of England fans do not talk about substitutions or tactical decisions when reflecting on their World Cup experience.
Original reporting and copyright belong to the linked sources. SportsNewsReport.com aggregates and links — it does not republish full articles.
Related Stories
Last 14 days- EPL•Sep 18, 2026, 12:35 PMInter-Roma: Why Delvecchio Sees Lautaro as the More Complete Forward
EPL•Sep 18, 2026, 12:35 PMChelsea consider January offer for Premier League star who could be available for just £80m
EPL•Sep 18, 2026, 12:34 PMMaresca on Doku's return, team 'improving' and Sunderland
EPL•Sep 18, 2026, 12:05 PMArsenal 25yo gets international call-up shortly after injury comeback
EPL•Sep 18, 2026, 12:00 PMArsenal is watching in-form Serie A attacker
EPL•Sep 18, 2026, 11:55 AMTottenham Hotspur set for huge injury boost ahead of Aston Villa clash
