‘Sack Tuchel Tonight!’ Anger over Defensive Subs as England’s World Cup Hopes End
England’s World Cup dream ended 2-1 against Argentina in the semi-final after Lionel Messi inspired a comeback. Anthony Gordon gave the Three Lions the lead, but Thomas Tuchel’s defensive substitutions backfired. Argentina hit twice through Enzo Fernández and Lautaro Martínez. Fans flooded social media, accusing Tuchel of “shocking decision-making” and demanding his immediate sacking. Many questioned why he sacrificed attack for defence while leading. Critics pointed to the switch from Gordon to Eric Konsa, then the introduction of Dan Burn and Nico O’Reilly, as the turning point in England’s collapse.
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