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World Cup 2026: Thomas Tuchel retains FA backing despite England defeat


England head coach Thomas Tuchel retains the backing of the Football Association and is expected to lead the team into Euro 2028.

A 2-1 defeat by Argentina on Wednesday meant England’s men missed out on a first World Cup final appearance since 1966.

Tuchel was criticised for his substitutions as England squandered a 1-0 lead late on, but says he intends to stay – a decision which has the full backing of FA chief executive Mark Bullingham.

“We keep on going with the contract until the home Euros,” said Tuchel.

“I’m looking forward to that even though right now it’s difficult to look that far ahead.

“A lot of big football nations are eliminated before the semi-final, so it is an achievement.

“No-one wants to hear that at the moment; me neither because we demand the most of ourselves. That’s just the nature of being competitive.”

Tuchel signed a two-year contract extension in February having been appointed in January 2025 on an 18-month mission to win the World Cup.

The 2028 European Championship is being hosted by England, Wales, Scotland and the Republic of Ireland.



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