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Thomas Tuchel

Also known as: England boss

England manager who called his team "lucky" after advancing past Norway in 2026 World Cup quarter-finals.

2026-04-302026-07-15

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  1. July 2026
  2. Citizen Digital

    Aiming to end a 60-year wait to win a major tournament, Thomas Tuchel's men escaped humilation and one of England's worst ever World Cup exits thanks to their talismanic captain after Brian Cipenga's early goal gave Congo an early lead.

    Kane rescues England from DR Congo calamity to reach World Cup last 16
  3. Citizen Digital

    The Three Lions are aiming to end a 60-year wait to collect a major trophy, but their coach Thomas Tuchel warned his players that they are facing a team in Atlanta with nothing to lose.

    England face DR Congo hurdle, USA prepare for World Cup moment in spotlight
  4. The Standard

    een ejected from the tournament after Germany and the Netherlands were beaten on penalties in the last 32 by Paraguay and Morocco respectively -- and England do not want to be next.The Three Lions are aiming to end a 60-year wait to collect a major trophy, but coach Thomas Tuchel

    England face DR Congo hurdle, USA prepare for World Cup moment in spotlight
  5. June 2026
  6. Citizen Digital

    More stubborn opposition in Ghana and Panama highlighted areas that Thomas Tuchel's side must refine if they are to mount a serious title challenge.

    Bellingham says 'job done' but England must improve at World Cup
  7. Citizen Digital

    Tuchel delighted to have Bellingham in 'sweet spot' for England at World Cup By AFP June 28, 2026 02:01 (EAT) Add as a Preferred Source on Google Follow us Follow on Whatsapp Follow on Google Follow on Twitter England's German head coach Thomas Tuchel gestures during the 2026 Wor

    Tuchel delighted to have Bellingham in 'sweet spot' for England at World Cup
  8. Citizen Digital

    la-mid-article-thumbnails', placement: 'Mid Article Thumbnails', target_type: 'mix' }); For a while, Croatia had been going through as group winners until Jude Bellingham gave England the lead in the second half against Panama in the pool's other match on Saturday - Thomas Tuchel

    Croatia battle past Ghana to sew up World Cup Last 32 spot
  9. The Standard

    et up a knockout clash with the second-placed side from Group K in Toronto on Thursday.For a while, Croatia had been going through as group winners until Jude Bellingham gave England the lead in the second half against Panama in the pool's other match on Saturday -- Thomas Tuchel

    Croatia battle past Ghana to sew up World Cup Last 32 spot
  10. The Standard

    "It was what we expected: a tough match against a physical opponent," England manager Thomas Tuchel said."They are a difficult team to score against and we were the only team to create this amount of chances and score twice," Tuchel added before confidently predicting England wou

    Kane, Bellingham on target as England win World Cup group
  11. Citizen Digital

    (Photo by CHARLY TRIBALLEAU / AFP) Audio By Vocalize Jude Bellingham and Harry Kane scored second-half goals as England got the job done against Panama at the World Cup on Saturday, a 2-0 victory at the MetLife Stadium taking Thomas Tuchel's team into the last 32 as Group L winne

    Bellingham, Kane score as England beat Panama to reach World Cup last 32
  12. Citizen Digital

    Manager Thomas Tuchel is expecting another arm-wrestle against point-less Panama on Saturday, with the South Americans expected to defend in numbers.

    England, Portugal eye top spots as World Cup group stages wrap up
Sport

England face Argentina in World Cup semi-final Wednesday

The News

England and Argentina will meet in the World Cup semi-final on Wednesday in Atlanta after defeating Norway and Switzerland in the quarter-finals. Messi and Argentina seek to become the first team to win back-to-back World Cups since Brazil in 1962, while England pursue their first major trophy in 60 years.

12 July 2026 · Citizen Digital

Sunday 12 July

  1. England face Argentina in World Cup semi-final Wednesday

    England and Argentina will meet in the World Cup semi-final on Wednesday in Atlanta after defeating Norway and Switzerland in the quarter-finals. Messi and Argentina seek to become the first team to win back-to-back World Cups since Brazil in 1962, while England pursue their first major trophy in 60 years.

    12 July 2026 · Citizen Digital

  2. England beats Norway 2-1, reaches World Cup semis

    England manager Thomas Tuchel said his team were "lucky" to advance past Norway 2-1 after extra-time to reach the World Cup semi-finals, with Jude Bellingham's two goals overturning Andreas Schjelderup's opener. Tuchel praised Bellingham as "world-class" but expressed dissatisfaction with England's overall performance, saying they "made life very, very difficult" for themselves.

    12 July 2026 · Citizen Digital

  3. England and Argentina advance to World Cup semi-final

    England beat Norway 2-1 in extra time with two goals from Jude Bellingham, and defending champions Argentina defeated Switzerland 3-1, setting up a semi-final matchup between the two nations.

    12 July 2026 · Citizen Digital

  4. Bellingham scores twice as England beats Norway in World Cup quarters

    Jude Bellingham scored twice, including in extra-time, to help England overcome Norway 2-1 in their first World Cup quarter-final and reach the semi-finals. England will face Argentina or Switzerland on Wednesday for a chance to reach their first World Cup final in 60 years.

    12 July 2026 · The Standard

  5. Argentina beat 10-man Switzerland to face England in World Cup semi-final

    Argentina defeated Switzerland 3-1 after extra-time in a World Cup quarter-final on Saturday, with Lionel Messi setting up an early opener and Julian Alvarez scoring a decisive goal in the 112th minute. The victory sets up a semi-final against England and keeps Argentina unbeaten in their past 12 World Cup matches.

    12 July 2026 · The Standard

  6. England, Argentina advance to World Cup semi-final matchup

    England defeated Norway 2-1 in extra time with two goals from Jude Bellingham, while defending champions Argentina beat Switzerland 3-1 at the quarter-finals. The rivals will meet in the semi-finals in Atlanta on Wednesday.

    12 July 2026 · The Standard

  7. Bellingham scores twice as England beats Norway in World Cup quarters

    Jude Bellingham scored twice, including an extra-time winner, as England defeated Norway 2-1 after extra-time in the World Cup quarter-final on Saturday, advancing to the semi-finals. Norway had taken the lead through Andreas Schjelderup before Bellingham equalised just before half-time, with a Norway goal later disallowed after a VAR review.

    12 July 2026 · Citizen Digital

Saturday 11 July

  1. Norway coach says Kane-Haaland duel key to World Cup quarter-final

    Norway coach Stale Solbakken says the matchup between Erling Haaland and Harry Kane will be decisive in Norway's 2026 World Cup quarter-final against England on Saturday. Haaland has scored seven goals in four appearances at the tournament, while Kane has 14 World Cup goals and is one behind the Manchester City striker for tournament scoring.

    11 July 2026 · Citizen Digital

  2. England trio returns to training before Norway World Cup quarter-final

    England's Declan Rice, Marc Guehi and Reece James all returned to training on Friday ahead of their World Cup quarter-final against Norway. James, who missed the previous three games with a hamstring injury, is set to return to the starting line-up on Saturday after Jarell Quansah was suspended.

    11 July 2026 · Citizen Digital

  3. England faces Norway, Argentina plays Switzerland in World Cup quarter-finals

    England will play Norway in a World Cup quarter-final in Miami on Saturday, with the winner to face either reigning champions Argentina or Switzerland in the semi-finals. Harry Kane has scored six goals to lead England to the quarter-finals, while Erling Haaland has scored seven goals to carry Norway further than ever before, including an elimination of Brazil.

    11 July 2026 · The Standard

  4. Spain beats Belgium 2-1, advances to World Cup semi-final versus France

    Spain defeated Belgium 2-1 in a World Cup quarter-final on Friday to set up a semi-final against France. Mikel Merino scored the winning goal in the 88th minute after a goalkeeping error from Belgium's Senne Lammens.

    11 July 2026 · Citizen Digital

Friday 10 July

  1. England's O'Reilly says silencing Haaland vital in World Cup quarter-final

    Manchester City defender Nico O'Reilly said keeping Erling Haaland quiet would be "huge" ahead of England's 2026 World Cup quarter-final against Norway on Saturday in Miami. Haaland has scored seven goals at the tournament to lead his team into the quarter-finals for the first time.

    10 July 2026 · Citizen Digital

  2. England face Norway and Haaland in World Cup quarter-final

    England advance to the World Cup quarter-finals in Miami against Norway, led by scoring machine Erling Haaland, who has seven goals in four World Cup appearances. England, featuring Harry Kane and Jude Bellingham, are favoured to reach the semi-finals despite defensive vulnerabilities.

    10 July 2026 · Citizen Digital

  3. Spain face Belgium in World Cup quarter-final Friday

    European champions Spain play Belgium in a quarter-final at SoFi Stadium in Los Angeles on Friday, with a potential semi-final against France awaiting the winner. Spain have yet to concede a goal in the tournament, while Belgium defeated the USA 4-1 in their last round.

    10 July 2026 · The Standard

Wednesday 8 July

  1. World Cup quarter-finals: Eight teams compete in United States

    The 2026 FIFA World Cup has reached the quarter-final stage with eight teams remaining. France, Morocco, and other heavyweight sides are set to compete in matches taking place across the United States.

    8 July 2026 · Citizen Digital

Monday 6 July

  1. USA face Belgium for World Cup quarter-final spot

    The United States play Belgium on Monday for a place in the World Cup quarter-finals. USA striker Folarin Balogun, who received a straight red card in the previous round, has had his one-game ban suspended after Donald Trump intervened with FIFA chief Gianni Infantino.

    6 July 2026 · Citizen Digital

  2. USA faces Belgium in World Cup quarter-final after Balogun ban suspended

    The United States will face Belgium on Monday in a World Cup quarter-final match in Seattle. US striker Folarin Balogun, who had received a straight red card for stepping on an opponent's foot in the previous round and faced a one-game ban under FIFA rules, has had his ban suspended after Donald Trump intervened with FIFA chief Gianni Infantino.

    6 July 2026 · Citizen Digital

  3. Bellingham leads England past Mexico in World Cup thriller

    Jude Bellingham scored twice as England defeated Mexico 3-2 at the Estadio Azteca in the World Cup, with the midfielder urging his teammates to believe they can be world champions. England played most of the second half with ten men after Jarell Quansah's red card.

    6 July 2026 · Citizen Digital

  4. Bellingham leads England past Mexico 3-2 in World Cup upset

    Jude Bellingham scored twice in the first half as England defeated Mexico 3-2 at the Estadio Azteca despite playing a man down for over 45 minutes. Bellingham told his teammates they can be world champions after the victory, which he called the best night of his England career.

    6 July 2026 · Citizen Digital

  5. Bellingham's double helps England beat Mexico 3-2 at Azteca

    Jude Bellingham scored twice as 10-man England defeated Mexico 3-2 at the Estadio Azteca in a World Cup round-of-16 match on Sunday, advancing to the quarter-finals. Harry Kane also scored from the penalty spot as England kept their quest for a first major tournament win in 60 years alive.

    6 July 2026 · The Standard

Sunday 5 July

  1. England face Mexico in 2026 World Cup round-of-16

    England play Mexico at the Estadio Azteca on Sunday in a World Cup round-of-16 match; the encounter marks England's return to the venue 40 years after their 1986 game against Argentina. Norway and Brazil also compete for quarter-final places.

    5 July 2026 · Citizen Digital

  2. England faces Mexico in 2026 World Cup round-of-16

    England plays Mexico at the Estadio Azteca on Sunday in a round-of-16 World Cup match, while Norway and Brazil compete in another quarter-final elimination game. England advanced to the last 16 after a 2-1 victory over the Democratic Republic of Congo.

    5 July 2026 · Citizen Digital

  3. Tuchel targets Mexico redemption at Azteca in World Cup

    England manager Thomas Tuchel said the Three Lions can banish memories of World Cup pain at the Estadio Azteca by eliminating Mexico in the 2026 World Cup round of 16, referencing England's quarter-final loss 40 years ago in the same city that included Diego Maradona's controversial "hand of God" goal.

    5 July 2026 · Citizen Digital

  4. England seek redemption against Mexico at Azteca Stadium

    England manager Thomas Tuchel said the team can overcome historical World Cup pain at Estadio Azteca by eliminating Mexico in a 2026 World Cup round-of-16 match on Sunday, 40 years after Diego Maradona's "hand of God" goal eliminated England in that same stadium.

    5 July 2026 · Citizen Digital

Saturday 4 July

  1. England face Mexico in World Cup round of 16 at Azteca

    England advance to face Mexico at Mexico's Azteca Stadium in a World Cup round-of-16 tie after Harry Kane scored twice in the final 15 minutes to secure a 2-1 win over DR Congo. Mexico arrive undefeated at home with four wins and no goals conceded.

    4 July 2026 · Citizen Digital

  2. England's Kane targets Mexico after DR Congo win

    England forward Harry Kane scored twice in a 2-1 World Cup round-of-32 win over DR Congo on Wednesday and says he feels "as good as I've ever felt" ahead of England's last-16 match against Mexico. Kane has 72 goals for club and country this season, second only to Lionel Messi's 82-goal record from 2011/12.

    4 July 2026 · Citizen Digital

Friday 3 July

  1. England faces altitude challenge in Mexico World Cup matchup

    England will play Mexico in the World Cup last-16 match at Mexico City's Azteca Stadium on Sunday, where the pitch sits 2,240 metres above sea level, creating an altitude advantage for the hosts as the thinner air affects oxygen delivery and ball movement.

    3 July 2026 · Citizen Digital

  2. England pubs extended to 5am for Mexico World Cup match

    Pubs across England and Wales will be allowed to stay open until 5 am on Monday to allow fans to watch England's World Cup clash with Mexico, which kicks off at 1:00 am. Prime Minister Keir Starmer said the extended licensing hours are good news for supporters and the venues that bring communities together.

    3 July 2026 · Citizen Digital

Thursday 2 July

  1. England midfielder Anderson to join Manchester City for £116m

    England midfielder Elliot Anderson will move to Manchester City from Nottingham Forest for a reported £116 million, a club record fee for City, following his return from the World Cup. The 23-year-old has completed his medical and will formally join once England's tournament involvement ends.

    2 July 2026 · Citizen Digital

  2. England beats DR Congo 2-1 in World Cup round of 32

    England came from behind to defeat the Democratic Republic of Congo 2-1 in the 2026 World Cup round of 32, with captain Harry Kane scoring two late goals. Coach Thomas Tuchel said the team refused to accept defeat despite an early shock against a side ranked 46th in the world.

    2 July 2026 · Citizen Digital

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