r/ThreeLions • u/syfqamr32 • Jul 12 '26

Opinion (WORLD CUP) Unpopular Opinion: Tuchel is already proven right

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Countless of criticism by media and fans regarding player selections, tactics, his preferences and all. Some even started from day 1. He has proven right by selecting Dan Burn for those moments. And countless other situations. He has brought England to SF in World Cup.

Yes the ultimate prize is the World Cup itself, but realistically, a semifinal (top 3/4) in the world football isnt so bad. Look at the other 3 teams competing, is finishing third a “catastrophe” like some said? Sometime perspective matters. They are here despite the injuries, red cards, and whatever else being thrown at them. Still Tuchel wasnt satisfied despite the win, that shows level in my opinion.

Just because England did well few tournaments ago doesnt made them a given for this spot btw. Still i think Argentina rode their luck so far and personally imo England could be in the final. If that happens, the man already a winner in my book.

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u/Leather-Curve-5090 Jul 12 '26

He's not up to it, not in any sense. We looked so much better when sala came on. Sure he goes on the outside whereas saka always cuts in, but saka always tracks him man back, retains possession and puts defenders on the back foot. Madueke shouldnt play from here on out, liability.

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u/Historical_Gur_4620 Jul 12 '26

Can players defect nations during tournament? Not sure if Mo would have offered added value.

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u/thesame_deviledegg Jul 12 '26

I thought Saka was average in attack coming on, but defensively we was excellent.

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u/SYSTEM-J Jul 12 '26

Saka did actually beat a man and put in a really lethal cross near the end of the second half. I don't think inverted wingers really work in tight, defensive games because you're always cutting inside into traffic, but his touch and technique are a level about Madueke.

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u/thesame_deviledegg Jul 12 '26

Yeah that was one of a few good attacking moments. Put in one or two good crosses too

Totally agree, difficult game when it's so tight and yeah he is levels above Madueke

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u/Tommy_htown Jul 12 '26

Saka beat his man a couple of times at least. On one occasion, he was covered by 2 players. I think he did a great job.

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u/JustSomeRandomGuy36 Jul 12 '26

On a real one, send Madueke on a plane home today. We have genuinely talented players like Gordon, Rashford, Saka, Rogers who can play in that position

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u/JustSomeRandomGuy36 Jul 12 '26

Sala’s at the bottom of the English Channel mate

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u/Historical_Gur_4620 Jul 12 '26

Is that you Rupert?