Tuchel retains FA backing despite England defeat
England head coach Thomas Tuchel will remain in his position despite the team's 2-1 loss to Argentina in the World Cup semi-final. The Football Association has confirmed its continued support for Tuchel as the team prepares for the upcoming Euro 2028 tournament.
Why it matters
The decision provides stability for the England national team as they transition from a World Cup disappointment to hosting the next European Championship.
Figure caption, 'No regrets' - Tuchel on England's defeat against Argentina
Senior football correspondent in Atlanta Published 16 July 2026, 01:12 BST Updated 6 hours ago 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.
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