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Tuchel defends late defensive shift after England's 2-1 World Cup semifinal collapse against Argentina

Thomas Tuchel insists his decision to switch to a back five was tactically justified, arguing the criticism only exists because England conceded twice in the final five minutes to lose 2-1 to Argentina and miss the World Cup final.

Football Jul 15

Man United target £30m Summerville deal if Rashford departs Old Trafford this summer

Manchester United are monitoring West Ham's Crysencio Summerville as a potential replacement for Marcus Rashford, with the Dutch winger available for around £30m following the Hammers' relegation from the Premier League.

Football Jul 15

Messi once cradled Yamal as a baby — now they meet in the World Cup final

A viral photo from a 2007 UNICEF charity shoot shows a 20-year-old Lionel Messi holding six-month-old Lamine Yamal in a bathtub at Camp Nou. Nearly two decades later, the pair face each other in the World Cup final in New Jersey.

Football Jul 15

France favoured over England in 2026 World Cup third-place clash with records on the line

France and England meet on Saturday for the 2026 World Cup bronze medal after losing their respective semi-finals to Spain and Argentina. Mbappé chases a historic Golden Boot, Bellingham hunts an England goal record, and Didier Deschamps coaches his final game.

Football Jul 15

Garbrandt hints at UFC future after knockout loss to Yanez at UFC 329

Cody Garbrandt has broken his silence following a first-round knockout defeat to Adrian Yanez at UFC 329 in Las Vegas, posting a message on Instagram that suggests the former bantamweight champion is not ready to retire.

MMA Jul 15

Martínez holds Falklands banner as Argentina stun England in World Cup semi-final

Lisandro Martínez and Giovanni Lo Celso were pictured holding a banner reading 'The Falkland Islands are Argentinian' after Argentina's 2-1 stoppage-time win over England in Atlanta, sparking widespread anger among fans and reigniting a decades-old political dispute.

Football Jul 15

Tolisso scores brace to guide Lyon to third consecutive warm-up win

Lyon defeated Servette Geneva 2-1 on Wednesday thanks to a brace from Corentin Tolisso, including a penalty. It was the Gones' third consecutive friendly victory, despite Paulo Fonseca's reservations about the quality of play.

Football Jul 15

Rooney slams Tuchel's substitutions for handing Argentina momentum in World Cup semi-final

Wayne Rooney has criticised England manager Thomas Tuchel for his second-half changes in the World Cup semi-final defeat to Argentina, arguing the switch to a back five signalled surrender and deflated his own players.

Football Jul 15

Tuchel defends late substitutions as Argentina's Scaloni admits England's retreat handed them victory

England were eliminated from the 2026 World Cup after conceding two late goals to Argentina, with Thomas Tuchel defending the defensive changes that saw his side drop to 12 per cent possession before the equaliser. Argentina boss Lionel Scaloni said his team "smelt blood" as England retreated.

Football Jul 15

Argentina players brandish Falklands banner after 2-1 World Cup semi-final win over England

Several Argentina players, including Tottenham's Giovani Lo Celso, held a 'The Malvinas are Argentine' banner on the pitch after their 2-1 World Cup semi-final victory over England in Atlanta — a display that breaches FIFA rules on political slogans.

Football Jul 15

Lo Celso unfurls Falklands banner as Argentina eliminate England in World Cup semi-final

Giovani Lo Celso, the former Tottenham midfielder now at Real Betis, was photographed holding a banner reading 'Las Malvinas son Argentinas' after Argentina's comeback win over England sealed their place in the World Cup Final.

Football Jul 15

Tuchel defends defensive substitutions after England's 2-1 World Cup semi-final exit to Argentina

Thomas Tuchel insists he has 'no regrets' over switching England to a 5-4-1 formation after Anthony Gordon's opener, despite the Three Lions conceding twice late on to Enzo Fernandez and Lautaro Martinez in Atlanta.

Football Jul 15

Sutton questions Tuchel's England future after 'coaching catastrophe' sinks Three Lions against Argentina

England led Argentina with 35 minutes to play at the World Cup semi-final before Thomas Tuchel's defensive substitutions backfired, allowing Enzo Fernandez and Lautaro Martinez to turn the tie on its head and send the Three Lions home 2-1.

Football Jul 15

Argentina stun England 2-1 to end 60-year World Cup final dream in stoppage-time comeback

England led for 78 minutes before Argentina scored twice to win 2-1 in the 2026 World Cup semifinal, extending the Three Lions' 60-year wait for a World Cup title. Harry Kane and Jude Bellingham, both six-goal scorers in the tournament, were left devastated.

Football Jul 15

Argentina risk FIFA sanction after Falklands flag display follows World Cup semi-final win over England

Argentina players Cristian Romero and Giovani Lo Celso held a banner reading 'The Malvinas are Argentine' after their 2-1 comeback victory over England secured a place in the World Cup final, potentially breaching FIFA and IFAB rules on political symbols.

Football Jul 15

Argentina players brandish Falklands banner after 2-1 stoppage-time win over England at World Cup

Several Argentina players held a banner reading 'Las Malvinas son Argentina' after eliminating England 2-1 in the World Cup semi-final in Atlanta, with Lautaro Martinez scoring the winner in the 92nd minute.

Football Jul 15

England squander lead against Argentina in familiar World Cup semi-final collapse

England led Argentina in the World Cup semi-final but surrendered the advantage as Thomas Tuchel's defensive switch backfired, extending the nation's wait for a first final since 1966.

Football Jul 15

Henry and Ibrahimović slam Tuchel's defensive switch as Argentina stun England in Atlanta

Argentina came from behind to beat England 2-1 in Atlanta, with Enzo Fernández and Lautaro Martínez overturning Anthony Gordon's opener. Thierry Henry and Zlatan Ibrahimović both criticised Thomas Tuchel for retreating into a back five too early and handing Argentina control.

Football Jul 15

Perez reveals Red Bull pushed him to seek psychologist as Verstappen pressure mounted

Sergio Perez has disclosed the psychological cost of his four years as Max Verstappen's team-mate at Red Bull, saying the team repeatedly attributed his on-track struggles to mental issues and effectively pressured him into seeking professional help.

Formula 1 Jul 15

Sheehan returns to captain Ireland against All Blacks at Eden Park

Dan Sheehan reclaims the Ireland captaincy for Saturday's Nations Championship Test against New Zealand at Eden Park, where the All Blacks have not lost in 52 consecutive matches.

Rugby Jul 15