The Football Association has confirmed that Thomas Tuchel will remain as England manager following the team's 2-1 World Cup semifinal defeat to Argentina on Wednesday, July 15, 2026. The match, held at MetLife Stadium in East Rutherford, New Jersey, saw England take an early lead through Anthony Gordon in the 36th minute, but Argentina equalized before halftime and scored the winner in the second half.
FA Chief Executive Mark Bullingham stated, 'We have full confidence in Thomas and his vision for the team. This was a heartbreaking loss, but we believe he is the right person to lead England forward.' Tuchel, who took over in January 2025, has a contract through the 2028 European Championship.
The defeat extends England's wait for a first World Cup title since 1966. The team will now focus on qualifying for the 2028 European Championship, with their next matches scheduled for September 2026.
