Soccer-England not cursed, says Tuchel, after more World Cup heartbreak
England manager Thomas Tuchel dismissed the idea of a 'curse' following his team's 2-1 World Cup semifinal loss to Argentina. He attributed the defeat to a tactical shift in momentum after England took an early lead.
Why it matters
The loss continues England's long-standing struggle to win a major international tournament, sparking debate over coaching decisions.
ATLANTA, July 15 (Reuters) - England's long wait to win a World Cup or even reach the final goes on after a loss to holders Argentina on Wednesday, but manager Thomas Tuchel prefers to see it in football terms and not as a curse after a clash he described as two separate games.
The report focuses on the manager's post-match analysis and tactical assessment.
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