Cyprus Mail16 Jul 2026

Thomas Tuchel rejects England ‘curse’ talk after World Cup semi-final loss to Argentina

England’s long wait to win the World Cup—or even reach another final—will continue after holders Argentina came from behind to beat the Three Lions 2-1 in Wednesday’s semi-final in Atlanta.

England appeared on course to end a drought stretching back to their only World Cup triumph in 1966 when Anthony Gordon fired Thomas Tuchel’s side ahead in the 55th minute. But Argentina responded with two late goals in the 85th and 92nd minutes to snatch victory and book their place in the final....

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