'Passive' and 'crumbled' - did Tuchel's defensive tactics cost England?
England's men's football team was eliminated from the World Cup after a late comeback by Argentina. Critics, including Wayne Rooney, have blamed manager Thomas Tuchel's defensive tactical changes for the loss.
Why it matters
The defeat marks a significant moment in international football, sparking debate over coaching strategies and team performance in high-stakes tournaments.
Figure caption, 'The decisions Tuchel made cost England' - analysis
England were on the cusp of reaching their first men's World Cup final since 1966.
They were 1-0 up against reigning world champions Argentina when the clock inside Atlanta Stadium ticked to 84 minutes - and then it all went horribly wrong.
Enzo Fernandez equalised with a thumping strike in the 85th minute before Lautaro Martinez headed a 92nd-minute winner - both goals coming from assists by Lionel Messi.
Just like that, England's World Cup dreams lay in ruins.
They had worked so hard to take the lead through Anthony Gordon in the 55th minute - and then sat back and paid the price.
The decision by England boss Thomas Tuchel to go defensive backfired spectacularly.
Instead it is Argentina who go through to Sunday's showpiece against Spain at New York New Jersey Stadium (20:00 BST kick-off).
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