England Manager Tuchel Faces Criticism After Senegal Defeat

Thomas Tuchel's tenure as England's national football coach has faced significant challenges and criticism following a 3-1 defeat to Senegal, which marked his first loss in charge. Despite his successful history with clubs like Paris Saint-Germain, Bayern Munich, and Chelsea, Tuchel's appointment has been met with skepticism, partly due to his German nationality and partly due to tactical concerns, with some critics highlighting a lack of clear team identity and progress. The defeat intensified calls for his removal, with fans and pundits expressing disappointment and questioning England's readiness for the 2026 World Cup, which Tuchel was hired to help win, ending a 60-year title drought. Veteran player selections, including Jordan Henderson and Kyle Walker, have drawn criticism, and even captain Harry Kane acknowledged the team's struggles to find cohesion and the right tempo. Tuchel has yet to publicly apologize for the poor performance, unlike some players, further fueling dissatisfaction. As England prepares for pivotal upcoming matches, the pressure mounts on Tuchel to turn the team's fortunes around and regain public and media confidence.