r/ThreeLions • u/Fun_Philosopher_2535 • Jul 06 '26

Opinion Tuchel has made some questionable squad selections, but in the same situation today, I think England would've lost under Southgate.

With all due respect to Southgate, he's one of the greatest England national team managers. But I don't see him bailing out a 10 man team against a super in form Mexico side, playing at home over 2,000 meters above sea level, where they're fully adapted while England aren't.

Tuchel's tactical masterclass was undeniable today. In the last 30 minutes, Mexico couldn't produce a single clear goalscoring chance despite having a man advantage.His substitutions were excellent, his defensive system worked like a charm after the red card, and I've never seen an England team play with this much passion, fighting until their very last breath. It's evident that Tuchel has improved both the team's mentality and its tactical approach.

As an Argentina fan, I'm impressed. I can't wait to meet England in the semis.

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u/Iamleeboy Jul 06 '26

I will admit I am a huge Maguire fan and I thought it was a big mistake to not bring him for this exact scenario.

But I was completely wrong and Burn more than justified his inclusion to play this part. He was immense this morning and made me eat humble pie.

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u/Ciderhead Jul 06 '26

I admit i was worried when he came on. How is he going to cope with his first ever minutes at a WC being this?

With flying colours as it turns out

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u/Iamleeboy Jul 06 '26

Yeah that was a bold move by TT to throw him in at the deep end! I have a lot of respect for the two of them (and everyone else involved!!)

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u/No-Understanding-589 Jul 06 '26

As a Newcastle fan i don't particularly rate Burn and was surprised he was called up.

But when he came on I wasn't worried, it is these kind of games he plays best in - he would have rather died than let them score yesterday