World Cup: England have ‘not peaked yet’, says Tuchel before semifinal
England manager Thomas Tuchel is preparing his team for a high-stakes World Cup semifinal match against Argentina. Despite the historical rivalry and the presence of Lionel Messi, Tuchel emphasizes focusing on the game rather than the pressure of history.
Why it matters
The match represents a significant cultural and sporting event, marking a potential turning point for England's national team in their pursuit of a first World Cup title since 1966.
England face Argentina in Wednesday’s semifinal, hoping to reach the World Cup final for the first time since 1966.
x whatsapp-stroke copylink google Add Al Jazeera on Google info England manager Thomas Tuchel is bidding to lead the Three Lions into the World Cup final for the first time in six decades [Paul Childs/Reuters] By Al Jazeera Staff and AFP Published On 15 Jul 2026 15 Jul 2026 Manager Thomas Tuchel said he did not feel burdened by the weight of history as he bids to lead England to a first World Cup final in 60 years by beating Argentina on Wednesday.
The Three Lions have been led at the 2026 tournament by Jude Bellingham and Harry Kane , who have each scored six goals.
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