England manager Tuchel has no regrets over semi-final decisions
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England manager Thomas Tuchel stated he has no regrets regarding his decisions in the World Cup semi-final against Argentina, where his team lost 2-1 after taking a 1-0 lead. Tuchel faced criticism for his defensive substitutions and tactics, which some blamed for Argentina's two late goals. During a press conference, Tuchel defended his choices, saying he trusted his instinct and experience to help the team. He dismissed the idea that his substitutions were simplistic or cowardly, stating he does not engage in a "blame game." Tuchel also suggested that the team's previous challenging matches, including a victory at altitude and an extra-time win in stifling heat, along with extensive travel, might have contributed to their performance. England will play France in Miami for third place, a match Tuchel views as an opportunity to demonstrate the team's progress against top-tier opponents, despite no team wanting to play in the third-place match.
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