Ideye blames Tuchel’s tactics for England’s World Cup exit
Former Super Eagles striker Brown Ideye has criticised England manager Thomas Tuchel for his decisions during the World Cup semi-final against Argentina. England lost 2-1 after leading for much of the match, with Anthony Gordon scoring first. Ideye argued that Tuchel’s defensive substitutions allowed Argentina to turn the game around. He believes the approach cost England a place in the final.
Match highlights
- Brown Ideye said Thomas Tuchel “destroyed the game” with his defensive changes after England’s opening goal.
- England took the lead through Anthony Gordon in the 55th minute of the semi-final in Atlanta.
- Argentina equalised late with a goal from Enzo Fernandez and secured victory when Lautaro Martinez headed in a cross from Lionel Messi in stoppage time.
- Ideye criticised Tuchel for not bringing on attacking players like Marcus Rashford and Ivan Toney and instead opting for more defenders.
- England will play France in the third-place play-off, while Argentina advances to face Spain in the final.
